About the Western Fieldwren
The Western Fieldwren (Calamanthus montanellus) is a species of bird in the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 66 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ruffie3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Calamanthus montanellus |
| Species Codes | ruffie3, WEFI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Fieldwren belong to?
The Western Fieldwren (Calamanthus montanellus) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Fieldwren?
The Western Fieldwren is a member of the Thornbills and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Western Fieldwren sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Fieldwren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruffie3, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Thornbills and Allies 66 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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