About the Gray Bushchat
The Gray Bushchat (Saxicola ferreus) 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 grybus1 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 | Saxicola ferreus |
| Species Codes | grybus1, GBCH, GRBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray Bushchat belong to?
The Gray Bushchat (Saxicola ferreus) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gray Bushchat?
The Gray Bushchat 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 Gray Bushchat sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray Bushchat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grybus1, or on iNaturalist.