About the Hill Blue Flycatcher
The Hill Blue Flycatcher (Cyornis whitei) 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 hibfly1 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 | Cyornis whitei |
| Species Codes | hibfly1, HBFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hill Blue Flycatcher belong to?
The Hill Blue Flycatcher (Cyornis whitei) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Hill Blue Flycatcher?
The Hill Blue Flycatcher 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 Hill Blue Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Hill Blue Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hibfly1, or on iNaturalist.