About the Yellow-eyed Black-Flycatcher
The Yellow-eyed Black-Flycatcher (Melaenornis ardesiacus) 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 yebfly2 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 | Melaenornis ardesiacus |
| Species Codes | yebfly2, YEBF |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-eyed Black-Flycatcher belong to?
The Yellow-eyed Black-Flycatcher (Melaenornis ardesiacus) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-eyed Black-Flycatcher?
The Yellow-eyed Black-Flycatcher 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 Yellow-eyed Black-Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-eyed Black-Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yebfly2, or on iNaturalist.