About the Sumatran Whistling-Thrush
The Sumatran Whistling-Thrush (Myophonus castaneus) 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 chwwht1 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 | Myophonus castaneus |
| Species Codes | chwwht1, SUWT, BWWT, SWTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sumatran Whistling-Thrush belong to?
The Sumatran Whistling-Thrush (Myophonus castaneus) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sumatran Whistling-Thrush?
The Sumatran Whistling-Thrush 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 Sumatran Whistling-Thrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Sumatran Whistling-Thrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chwwht1, or on iNaturalist.