About the Western Bristlebird
The western bristlebird is a species of bird in the family Dasyornithidae. It is endemic to the coastal heaths of western Australia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Bristlebirds (Dasyornithidae) |
| Species | Dasyornis longirostris |
| Species Codes | wesbri1, WEBR |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Bristlebird belong to?
The Western Bristlebird (Dasyornis longirostris) belongs to the Bristlebirds family (Dasyornithidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Western Bristlebird?
The Western Bristlebird is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Western Bristlebird?
The western bristlebird is a species of bird in the family Dasyornithidae. It is endemic to the coastal heaths of western Australia....
Where can I report a Western Bristlebird sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Bristlebird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wesbri1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
3
Species in Family
103
iNat Observations
EN
IUCN Status
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