About the Gabela Akalat
The Gabela akalat is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to Angola. The name is in part derived from the town where they were first observed, Gabela.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Sheppardia gabela |
| Species Codes | gabaka1, GAAK |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gabela Akalat belong to?
The Gabela Akalat (Sheppardia gabela) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Gabela Akalat?
The Gabela Akalat is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Gabela Akalat?
The Gabela akalat is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to Angola. The name is in part derived from the town where they were first observed, Gabela....
Where can I report a Gabela Akalat sighting?
You can log sightings of Gabela Akalat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gabaka1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
353
Species in Family
7
iNat Observations
EN
IUCN Status
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