About the Congo Moor Chat
The Congo Moor Chat (Myrmecocichla tholloni) 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 conmoo1 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 | Myrmecocichla tholloni |
| Species Codes | conmoo1, CMCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Congo Moor Chat belong to?
The Congo Moor Chat (Myrmecocichla tholloni) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Congo Moor Chat?
The Congo Moor Chat 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 Congo Moor Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Congo Moor Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code conmoo1, or on iNaturalist.