About the Black Butcherbird
The Black Butcherbird (Melloria quoyi) is a species of bird in the Woodswallows, Bellmagpies, and Allies family (Artamidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 24 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blabut1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Woodswallows, Bellmagpies, and Allies (Artamidae) |
| Species | Melloria quoyi |
| Species Codes | blabut1, BLBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Butcherbird belong to?
The Black Butcherbird (Melloria quoyi) belongs to the Woodswallows, Bellmagpies, and Allies family (Artamidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black Butcherbird?
The Black Butcherbird is a member of the Woodswallows, Bellmagpies, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black Butcherbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Butcherbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blabut1, or on iNaturalist.