About the Black-crowned Scimitar-Babbler
The Black-crowned Scimitar-Babbler (Pomatorhinus ferruginosus) is a species of bird in the Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies family (Timaliidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 58 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code cobscb1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies (Timaliidae) |
| Species | Pomatorhinus ferruginosus |
| Species Codes | cobscb1, CBSB, BCSB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-crowned Scimitar-Babbler belong to?
The Black-crowned Scimitar-Babbler (Pomatorhinus ferruginosus) belongs to the Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies family (Timaliidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-crowned Scimitar-Babbler?
The Black-crowned Scimitar-Babbler is a member of the Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-crowned Scimitar-Babbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-crowned Scimitar-Babbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cobscb1, or on iNaturalist.