About the Familiar Chat
The Familiar Chat (Oenanthe familiaris) 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 famcha1 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 familiaris |
| Species Codes | famcha1, FACH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Familiar Chat belong to?
The Familiar Chat (Oenanthe familiaris) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Familiar Chat?
The Familiar 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 Familiar Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Familiar Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code famcha1, or on iNaturalist.