About the Forest Rock-Thrush
The Forest Rock-Thrush (Monticola sharpei) 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 forrot2 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 | Monticola sharpei |
| Species Codes | forrot2, FRTH, FORT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Forest Rock-Thrush belong to?
The Forest Rock-Thrush (Monticola sharpei) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Forest Rock-Thrush?
The Forest Rock-Thrush 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 Forest Rock-Thrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Forest Rock-Thrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code forrot2, or on iNaturalist.