About the Rufous-tailed Shama
The Rufous-tailed Shama (Copsychus pyrropygus) 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 rutsha2 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 | Copsychus pyrropygus |
| Species Codes | rutsha2, RTSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-tailed Shama belong to?
The Rufous-tailed Shama (Copsychus pyrropygus) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-tailed Shama?
The Rufous-tailed Shama 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 Rufous-tailed Shama sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-tailed Shama on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rutsha2, or on iNaturalist.