About the Southern Black-Flycatcher
The Southern Black-Flycatcher (Melaenornis pammelaina) 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 sobfly1 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 | Melaenornis pammelaina |
| Species Codes | sobfly1, SOBF, SBFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Black-Flycatcher belong to?
The Southern Black-Flycatcher (Melaenornis pammelaina) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Southern Black-Flycatcher?
The Southern Black-Flycatcher 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 Southern Black-Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Black-Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sobfly1, or on iNaturalist.