About the Sombre Rock Chat
The Sombre Rock Chat (Oenanthe dubia) 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 somcha1 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 dubia |
| Species Codes | somcha1, SRCH, SORO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sombre Rock Chat belong to?
The Sombre Rock Chat (Oenanthe dubia) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sombre Rock Chat?
The Sombre Rock Chat 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 Sombre Rock Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Sombre Rock Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code somcha1, or on iNaturalist.