About the Abyssinian Wheatear
The Abyssinian wheatear, or Abyssinian black wheatear, is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae, the Old World flycatchers and chats. It is found from Ethiopia to southern Kenya and north-eastern Tanzania.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Oenanthe lugubris |
| Species Codes | mouwhe4, ABWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Abyssinian Wheatear belong to?
The Abyssinian Wheatear (Oenanthe lugubris) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Abyssinian Wheatear?
The Abyssinian wheatear, or Abyssinian black wheatear, is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae, the Old World flycatchers and chats. It is found from Ethiopia to southern Kenya and north-eastern Tanzania....
Where can I report a Abyssinian Wheatear sighting?
You can log sightings of Abyssinian Wheatear on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mouwhe4, or on iNaturalist.
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