About the Somali Wheatear
The Somali Wheatear (Oenanthe phillipsi) 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 somwhe1 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 | Oenanthe phillipsi |
| Species Codes | somwhe1, SOWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Somali Wheatear belong to?
The Somali Wheatear (Oenanthe phillipsi) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Somali Wheatear?
The Somali Wheatear 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 Somali Wheatear sighting?
You can log sightings of Somali Wheatear on eBird (ebird.org) using species code somwhe1, or on iNaturalist.