About the Himalayan Bluetail
The Himalayan Bluetail (Tarsiger rufilatus) 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 himblu1 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 | Tarsiger rufilatus |
| Species Codes | himblu1, HIBR, HBRO, HIBL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Himalayan Bluetail belong to?
The Himalayan Bluetail (Tarsiger rufilatus) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Himalayan Bluetail?
The Himalayan Bluetail 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 Himalayan Bluetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Himalayan Bluetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code himblu1, or on iNaturalist.