About the Large Niltava
The Large Niltava (Niltava grandis) 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 larnil1 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 | Niltava grandis |
| Species Codes | larnil1, LANI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Large Niltava belong to?
The Large Niltava (Niltava grandis) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Large Niltava?
The Large Niltava 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 Large Niltava sighting?
You can log sightings of Large Niltava on eBird (ebird.org) using species code larnil1, or on iNaturalist.