About the Brown-tailed Chat
The Brown-tailed Chat (Oenanthe scotocerca) 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 brtcha1 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 scotocerca |
| Species Codes | brtcha1, BTCH, BTRC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-tailed Chat belong to?
The Brown-tailed Chat (Oenanthe scotocerca) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown-tailed Chat?
The Brown-tailed 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-tailed Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-tailed Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brtcha1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Flycatchers 353 species
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