About the Black-winged Flycatcher-shrike
The Black-winged Flycatcher-shrike (Hemipus hirundinaceus) is a species of bird in the Vangas, Helmetshrikes, and Allies family (Vangidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 40 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bwfshr2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Vangas, Helmetshrikes, and Allies (Vangidae) |
| Species | Hemipus hirundinaceus |
| Species Codes | bwfshr2, BWFS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-winged Flycatcher-shrike belong to?
The Black-winged Flycatcher-shrike (Hemipus hirundinaceus) belongs to the Vangas, Helmetshrikes, and Allies family (Vangidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-winged Flycatcher-shrike?
The Black-winged Flycatcher-shrike is a member of the Vangas, Helmetshrikes, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-winged Flycatcher-shrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-winged Flycatcher-shrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bwfshr2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Vangas, Helmetshrikes, and Allies 40 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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