About the Black-eared Shrike-Babbler
The Black-eared Shrike-Babbler (Pteruthius melanotis) is a species of bird in the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code besbab1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis (Vireonidae) |
| Species | Pteruthius melanotis |
| Species Codes | besbab1, BESB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-eared Shrike-Babbler belong to?
The Black-eared Shrike-Babbler (Pteruthius melanotis) belongs to the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-eared Shrike-Babbler?
The Black-eared Shrike-Babbler is a member of the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-eared Shrike-Babbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-eared Shrike-Babbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code besbab1, or on iNaturalist.