About the Ala Shan Redstart
The Ala Shan Redstart (Phoenicurus alaschanicus) is a species of bird in the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 353 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code alsred1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Phoenicurus alaschanicus |
| Species Codes | alsred1, PRRE, ASRE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ala Shan Redstart belong to?
The Ala Shan Redstart (Phoenicurus alaschanicus) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Ala Shan Redstart?
The Ala Shan Redstart is a member of the Old World Flycatchers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Ala Shan Redstart sighting?
You can log sightings of Ala Shan Redstart on eBird (ebird.org) using species code alsred1, or on iNaturalist.