About the Desert Wheatear
The Desert Wheatear (Oenanthe deserti) 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 deswhe1 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 deserti |
| Species Codes | deswhe1, DEWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Desert Wheatear belong to?
The Desert Wheatear (Oenanthe deserti) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Desert Wheatear?
The Desert Wheatear 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 Desert Wheatear sighting?
You can log sightings of Desert Wheatear on eBird (ebird.org) using species code deswhe1, or on iNaturalist.