About the Black Redstart
The Black Redstart (Phoenicurus ochruros) 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 blared1 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 | Phoenicurus ochruros |
| Species Codes | blared1, BLRE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Redstart belong to?
The Black Redstart (Phoenicurus ochruros) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black Redstart?
The Black Redstart 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 Black Redstart sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Redstart on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blared1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Flycatchers 353 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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