About the Tiger Shrike
The Tiger Shrike (Lanius tigrinus) is a species of bird in the Shrikes family (Laniidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 34 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code tigshr1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Shrikes (Laniidae) |
| Species | Lanius tigrinus |
| Species Codes | tigshr1, TISH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tiger Shrike belong to?
The Tiger Shrike (Lanius tigrinus) belongs to the Shrikes family (Laniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Tiger Shrike?
The Tiger Shrike is a member of the Shrikes family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Tiger Shrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Tiger Shrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tigshr1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Shrikes 34 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
34
Species in Family
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