About the Red-flanked Bluetail
The Red-flanked Bluetail (Tarsiger cyanurus) 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 refblu1 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 | Tarsiger cyanurus |
| Species Codes | refblu1, RFBL, OFBR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-flanked Bluetail belong to?
The Red-flanked Bluetail (Tarsiger cyanurus) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-flanked Bluetail?
The Red-flanked Bluetail 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 Red-flanked Bluetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-flanked Bluetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code refblu1, or on iNaturalist.