About the Blue-capped Redstart
The Blue-capped Redstart (Phoenicurus coeruleocephala) is a species of bird in the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 353 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bucred1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Phoenicurus coeruleocephala |
| Species Codes | bucred1, BCRE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-capped Redstart belong to?
The Blue-capped Redstart (Phoenicurus coeruleocephala) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Blue-capped Redstart?
The Blue-capped Redstart is a member of the Old World Flycatchers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blue-capped Redstart sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-capped Redstart on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bucred1, or on iNaturalist.