About the Lowland Akalat
The Lowland Akalat (Sheppardia cyornithopsis) 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 lowaka1 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 cyornithopsis |
| Species Codes | lowaka1, LOAK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lowland Akalat belong to?
The Lowland Akalat (Sheppardia cyornithopsis) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Lowland Akalat?
The Lowland 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 Lowland Akalat sighting?
You can log sightings of Lowland Akalat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lowaka1, or on iNaturalist.