About the Southern Black-Tit
The Southern Black-Tit (Melaniparus niger) is a species of bird in the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family (Paridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 62 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code soublt1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice (Paridae) |
| Species | Melaniparus niger |
| Species Codes | soublt1, SOBT, SBTI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Black-Tit belong to?
The Southern Black-Tit (Melaniparus niger) belongs to the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family (Paridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Southern Black-Tit?
The Southern Black-Tit is a member of the Tits, Chickadees, and Titmice family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Southern Black-Tit sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Black-Tit on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soublt1, or on iNaturalist.