1877 in birding and ornithology

Years in birding and ornithology: 1874 1875 1876 1877 1878 1879 1880
Centuries: 18th century · 19th century · 20th century
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Years: 1874 1875 1876 1877 1878 1879 1880
Philippine frogmouth from the Report On the Scientific Results of the Voyage of H.M.S. Challenger During the Years 1873-76, illustrated by Joseph Smit.

Birds described in 1877 include the giant ibis, black-and-yellow phainoptila, Cebu flowerpecker, Drakensberg prinia, Finsch's euphonia, lava heron, Manus friarbird, Palawan tit, plain-backed antpitta, rufous-fronted tailorbird and Walden's hornbill.