About the Red-backed Mousebird
The Red-backed Mousebird (Colius castanotus) is a species of bird in the Mousebirds family (Coliidae), within the order Coliiformes. This family contains 6 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rebmou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coliiformes |
| Family | Mousebirds (Coliidae) |
| Species | Colius castanotus |
| Species Codes | rebmou1, RBMO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-backed Mousebird belong to?
The Red-backed Mousebird (Colius castanotus) belongs to the Mousebirds family (Coliidae), in the order Coliiformes.
How can I identify the Red-backed Mousebird?
The Red-backed Mousebird is a member of the Mousebirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Red-backed Mousebird sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-backed Mousebird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rebmou1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Mousebirds 6 species
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Quick Stats
Coliiformes
Order
6
Species in Family
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