About the Mountain Chat
The Mountain Chat (Myrmecocichla monticola) 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 mouwhe1 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 | Myrmecocichla monticola |
| Species Codes | mouwhe1, MOCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Chat belong to?
The Mountain Chat (Myrmecocichla monticola) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Chat?
The Mountain 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 Mountain Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mouwhe1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Flycatchers 353 species
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