About the Black Catbird
The black catbird is a songbird species in the monotypic genus Melanoptila, part of the family Mimidae. At 19–20.5 cm (7.5–8.1 in) in length and 31.6–42 g (1.11–1.48 oz) in mass, it is the smallest of the mimids. Sexes appear similar, with glossy black plumage, black legs and bill, and dark brownish eyes. The species is endemic to the Yucatán Peninsula, and is found as far south as Campeche, northern Guatemala and northern Belize. Although there are historical records from Honduras and the US state of Texas, the species is not now known to occur in either location. It is found at low elevations in semi-arid to humid habitats ranging from shrubland and abandoned farmland to woodland with thick understory, and is primarily sedentary.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Mockingbirds and Thrashers (Mimidae) |
| Species | Melanoptila glabrirostris |
| Species Codes | blacat1, BLCA |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Catbird belong to?
The Black Catbird (Melanoptila glabrirostris) belongs to the Mockingbirds and Thrashers family (Mimidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Black Catbird?
The Black Catbird is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Black Catbird?
The black catbird is a songbird species in the monotypic genus Melanoptila, part of the family Mimidae. At 19–20.5 cm (7.5–8.1 in) in length and 31.6–42 g (1.11–1.48 oz) in mass, it is the smallest of the mimids. Sexes appear similar, with glossy black plumage, black legs and bill, and dark brownish...
Where can I report a Black Catbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Catbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blacat1, or on iNaturalist.