About the Southern Whiteface
The southern whiteface is a small passerine found in arid regions across most of the southern half of the Australian continent, excluding Tasmania. Superficially finch-like in appearance, this insectivorous bird is relatively common throughout most of its range, however, overall populations appear to be in decline.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Aphelocephala leucopsis |
| Species Codes | souwhi1, SOWH |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Whiteface belong to?
The Southern Whiteface (Aphelocephala leucopsis) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Southern Whiteface?
The Southern Whiteface is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Southern Whiteface?
The southern whiteface is a small passerine found in arid regions across most of the southern half of the Australian continent, excluding Tasmania. Superficially finch-like in appearance, this insectivorous bird is relatively common throughout most of its range, however, overall populations appear t...
Where can I report a Southern Whiteface sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Whiteface on eBird (ebird.org) using species code souwhi1, or on iNaturalist.
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