About the Hume's Wheatear
The Hume's Wheatear (Oenanthe albonigra) 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 humwhe2 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 | Oenanthe albonigra |
| Species Codes | humwhe2, HUWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hume's Wheatear belong to?
The Hume's Wheatear (Oenanthe albonigra) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Hume's Wheatear?
The Hume's Wheatear 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 Hume's Wheatear sighting?
You can log sightings of Hume's Wheatear on eBird (ebird.org) using species code humwhe2, or on iNaturalist.