About the Blue-headed Crested Flycatcher
The blue-headed crested flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae, native to the African tropical forest.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Monarch Flycatchers (Monarchidae) |
| Species | Trochocercus nitens |
| Species Codes | bhcfly1, WECF, WCFL, BHCF |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-headed Crested Flycatcher belong to?
The Blue-headed Crested Flycatcher (Trochocercus nitens) belongs to the Monarch Flycatchers family (Monarchidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Blue-headed Crested Flycatcher?
The blue-headed crested flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae, native to the African tropical forest....
Where can I report a Blue-headed Crested Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-headed Crested Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bhcfly1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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Species in Family
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