About the Sri Lanka Shama
The Sri Lanka Shama (Copsychus leggei) 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 whrsha5 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 | Copsychus leggei |
| Species Codes | whrsha5, SLSH, WRSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sri Lanka Shama belong to?
The Sri Lanka Shama (Copsychus leggei) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sri Lanka Shama?
The Sri Lanka Shama 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 Sri Lanka Shama sighting?
You can log sightings of Sri Lanka Shama on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whrsha5, or on iNaturalist.