About the Blue Whistling-Thrush
The Blue Whistling-Thrush (Myophonus caeruleus) 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 blwthr1 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 | Myophonus caeruleus |
| Species Codes | blwthr1, BLWT, BWTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue Whistling-Thrush belong to?
The Blue Whistling-Thrush (Myophonus caeruleus) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Blue Whistling-Thrush?
The Blue Whistling-Thrush 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 Whistling-Thrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue Whistling-Thrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blwthr1, or on iNaturalist.