About the Small Niltava
The Small Niltava (Niltava macgrigoriae) 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 smanil1 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 | Niltava macgrigoriae |
| Species Codes | smanil1, SMNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Small Niltava belong to?
The Small Niltava (Niltava macgrigoriae) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Small Niltava?
The Small Niltava 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 Small Niltava sighting?
You can log sightings of Small Niltava on eBird (ebird.org) using species code smanil1, or on iNaturalist.