About the Shiny Whistling-Thrush
The Shiny Whistling-Thrush (Myophonus melanurus) 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 shwthr1 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 | Myophonus melanurus |
| Species Codes | shwthr1, SHWT, SWTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Shiny Whistling-Thrush belong to?
The Shiny Whistling-Thrush (Myophonus melanurus) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Shiny Whistling-Thrush?
The Shiny Whistling-Thrush 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 Shiny Whistling-Thrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Shiny Whistling-Thrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shwthr1, or on iNaturalist.