About the Chinese Vivid Niltava
The Chinese Vivid Niltava (Niltava oatesi) 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 vivnil2 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 | Niltava oatesi |
| Species Codes | vivnil2, CVNI, LVNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chinese Vivid Niltava belong to?
The Chinese Vivid Niltava (Niltava oatesi) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chinese Vivid Niltava?
The Chinese Vivid Niltava 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 Chinese Vivid Niltava sighting?
You can log sightings of Chinese Vivid Niltava on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vivnil2, or on iNaturalist.