About the Brown Rock Chat
The Brown Rock Chat (Oenanthe fusca) 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 indcha1 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 | Oenanthe fusca |
| Species Codes | indcha1, BRCH, BRRO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Rock Chat belong to?
The Brown Rock Chat (Oenanthe fusca) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown Rock Chat?
The Brown Rock Chat 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 Rock Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Rock Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code indcha1, or on iNaturalist.