About the Brown-chested Alethe
The Brown-chested Alethe (Chamaetylas poliocephala) 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 brcale1 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 | Chamaetylas poliocephala |
| Species Codes | brcale1, BCAL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-chested Alethe belong to?
The Brown-chested Alethe (Chamaetylas poliocephala) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown-chested Alethe?
The Brown-chested Alethe 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 Brown-chested Alethe sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-chested Alethe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brcale1, or on iNaturalist.