About the Equatorial Akalat
The Equatorial Akalat (Sheppardia aequatorialis) 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 equaka1 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 | Sheppardia aequatorialis |
| Species Codes | equaka1, EQAK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Equatorial Akalat belong to?
The Equatorial Akalat (Sheppardia aequatorialis) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Equatorial Akalat?
The Equatorial Akalat 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 Equatorial Akalat sighting?
You can log sightings of Equatorial Akalat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code equaka1, or on iNaturalist.