About the Black-throated Apalis
The black-throated apalis is a species of passerine bird in the warbler family Cisticolidae. Named after the English explorer and ornithologist Frederick John Jackson, it is native to the mid-altitude and montane tropical rainforests of equatorial Africa, where it inhabits the high forest canopy.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae) |
| Species | Apalis jacksoni |
| Species Codes | bltapa1, BTAP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-throated Apalis belong to?
The Black-throated Apalis (Apalis jacksoni) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-throated Apalis?
The black-throated apalis is a species of passerine bird in the warbler family Cisticolidae. Named after the English explorer and ornithologist Frederick John Jackson, it is native to the mid-altitude and montane tropical rainforests of equatorial Africa, where it inhabits the high forest canopy....
Where can I report a Black-throated Apalis sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-throated Apalis on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bltapa1, or on iNaturalist.
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