About the Mocking Cliff-Chat
The Mocking Cliff-Chat (Thamnolaea cinnamomeiventris) 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 moccha1 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 | Thamnolaea cinnamomeiventris |
| Species Codes | moccha1, MOCC, MCCC, MCCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mocking Cliff-Chat belong to?
The Mocking Cliff-Chat (Thamnolaea cinnamomeiventris) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mocking Cliff-Chat?
The Mocking Cliff-Chat 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 Mocking Cliff-Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Mocking Cliff-Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moccha1, or on iNaturalist.