About the Fire-crested Alethe
The Fire-crested Alethe (Alethe castanea) 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 ficale2 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 | Alethe castanea |
| Species Codes | ficale2, FCAL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fire-crested Alethe belong to?
The Fire-crested Alethe (Alethe castanea) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Fire-crested Alethe?
The Fire-crested Alethe 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 Fire-crested Alethe sighting?
You can log sightings of Fire-crested Alethe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ficale2, or on iNaturalist.