About the Red-faced Mousebird
The Red-faced Mousebird (Urocolius indicus) 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 refmou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coliiformes |
| Family | Mousebirds (Coliidae) |
| Species | Urocolius indicus |
| Species Codes | refmou1, RFMO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-faced Mousebird belong to?
The Red-faced Mousebird (Urocolius indicus) belongs to the Mousebirds family (Coliidae), in the order Coliiformes.
How can I identify the Red-faced Mousebird?
The Red-faced 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-faced Mousebird sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-faced Mousebird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code refmou1, or on iNaturalist.