About the Mourning Wheatear
The Mourning Wheatear (Oenanthe lugens) 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 mouwhe2 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 | Oenanthe lugens |
| Species Codes | mouwhe2, MOWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mourning Wheatear belong to?
The Mourning Wheatear (Oenanthe lugens) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mourning Wheatear?
The Mourning Wheatear 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 Mourning Wheatear sighting?
You can log sightings of Mourning Wheatear on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mouwhe2, or on iNaturalist.