About the Sooty Chat
The Sooty Chat (Myrmecocichla nigra) 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 soocha1 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 | Myrmecocichla nigra |
| Species Codes | soocha1, SOCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Chat belong to?
The Sooty Chat (Myrmecocichla nigra) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Chat?
The Sooty 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 Sooty Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soocha1, or on iNaturalist.