About the European Pied Flycatcher
The European Pied Flycatcher (Ficedula hypoleuca) 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 eupfly1 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 | Ficedula hypoleuca |
| Species Codes | eupfly1, EPFL, PIFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the European Pied Flycatcher belong to?
The European Pied Flycatcher (Ficedula hypoleuca) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the European Pied Flycatcher?
The European Pied 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 European Pied Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of European Pied Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eupfly1, or on iNaturalist.