About the Gabela Akalat
The Gabela Akalat (Sheppardia gabela) 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 gabaka1 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 gabela |
| Species Codes | gabaka1, GAAK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gabela Akalat belong to?
The Gabela Akalat (Sheppardia gabela) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gabela Akalat?
The Gabela 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 Gabela Akalat sighting?
You can log sightings of Gabela Akalat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gabaka1, or on iNaturalist.