About the Northern Anteater-Chat
The Northern Anteater-Chat (Myrmecocichla aethiops) 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 noacha1 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 aethiops |
| Species Codes | noacha1, ANCH, NACH, NOAC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Anteater-Chat belong to?
The Northern Anteater-Chat (Myrmecocichla aethiops) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Northern Anteater-Chat?
The Northern Anteater-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 Northern Anteater-Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Anteater-Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code noacha1, or on iNaturalist.