About the Nilgiri Sholakili
The Nilgiri Sholakili (Sholicola major) 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 whbsho1 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 | Sholicola major |
| Species Codes | whbsho1, NISH, NBSH, NBRO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Nilgiri Sholakili belong to?
The Nilgiri Sholakili (Sholicola major) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Nilgiri Sholakili?
The Nilgiri Sholakili 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 Nilgiri Sholakili sighting?
You can log sightings of Nilgiri Sholakili on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbsho1, or on iNaturalist.