About the Sooty Babbler
The Sooty Babbler (Stachyris herberti) is a species of bird in the Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies family (Timaliidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 58 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code soobab1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies (Timaliidae) |
| Species | Stachyris herberti |
| Species Codes | soobab1, SOBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Babbler belong to?
The Sooty Babbler (Stachyris herberti) belongs to the Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies family (Timaliidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Babbler?
The Sooty Babbler is a member of the Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Sooty Babbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Babbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soobab1, or on iNaturalist.