About the Marsh Tchagra
The marsh tchagra or blackcap bush-shrike is a species of passerine bird placed in the monotypic genus Bocagia in the family Malaconotidae. It is native to marshes in the tropics and subtropics of Africa. It is sometimes placed in the genus Tchagra.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Bushshrikes and Allies (Malaconotidae) |
| Species | Bocagia minuta |
| Species Codes | martch2, MATC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Marsh Tchagra belong to?
The Marsh Tchagra (Bocagia minuta) belongs to the Bushshrikes and Allies family (Malaconotidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Marsh Tchagra?
The marsh tchagra or blackcap bush-shrike is a species of passerine bird placed in the monotypic genus Bocagia in the family Malaconotidae. It is native to marshes in the tropics and subtropics of Africa. It is sometimes placed in the genus Tchagra....
Where can I report a Marsh Tchagra sighting?
You can log sightings of Marsh Tchagra on eBird (ebird.org) using species code martch2, or on iNaturalist.
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