About the Sapphire Flycatcher
The Sapphire Flycatcher (Ficedula sapphira) 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 sapfly1 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 | Ficedula sapphira |
| Species Codes | sapfly1, SAFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sapphire Flycatcher belong to?
The Sapphire Flycatcher (Ficedula sapphira) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sapphire Flycatcher?
The Sapphire Flycatcher 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 Sapphire Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Sapphire Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sapfly1, or on iNaturalist.