About the Thrush Nightingale
The Thrush Nightingale (Luscinia luscinia) 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 thrnig1 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 | Luscinia luscinia |
| Species Codes | thrnig1, THNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Thrush Nightingale belong to?
The Thrush Nightingale (Luscinia luscinia) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Thrush Nightingale?
The Thrush Nightingale 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 Thrush Nightingale sighting?
You can log sightings of Thrush Nightingale on eBird (ebird.org) using species code thrnig1, or on iNaturalist.