About the Malabar Whistling-Thrush
The Malabar Whistling-Thrush (Myophonus horsfieldii) 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 mawthr1 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 | Myophonus horsfieldii |
| Species Codes | mawthr1, MAWT, MWTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Malabar Whistling-Thrush belong to?
The Malabar Whistling-Thrush (Myophonus horsfieldii) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Malabar Whistling-Thrush?
The Malabar Whistling-Thrush 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 Malabar Whistling-Thrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Malabar Whistling-Thrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mawthr1, or on iNaturalist.