About the Black Redstart
The black redstart is a small passerine bird in the genus Phoenicurus. Like its relatives, it was formerly classed as a member of the thrush family (Turdidae), but is now known to be an Old World flycatcher (Muscicapidae). Obsolete common names include Tithys redstart, blackstart and black redtail.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Phoenicurus ochruros |
| Species Codes | blared1, BLRE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Redstart belong to?
The Black Redstart (Phoenicurus ochruros) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black Redstart?
The black redstart is a small passerine bird in the genus Phoenicurus. Like its relatives, it was formerly classed as a member of the thrush family (Turdidae), but is now known to be an Old World flycatcher (Muscicapidae). Obsolete common names include Tithys redstart, blackstart and black redtail....
Where can I report a Black Redstart sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Redstart on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blared1, or on iNaturalist.
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