About the Malabar Woodshrike
The Malabar woodshrike is a species of bird usually placed in the family Vangidae. It is found in western India. It is sometimes considered a subspecies of the large woodshrike.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Vangas, Helmetshrikes, and Allies (Vangidae) |
| Species | Tephrodornis sylvicola |
| Species Codes | malwoo1, MAWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Malabar Woodshrike belong to?
The Malabar Woodshrike (Tephrodornis sylvicola) belongs to the Vangas, Helmetshrikes, and Allies family (Vangidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Malabar Woodshrike?
The Malabar woodshrike is a species of bird usually placed in the family Vangidae. It is found in western India. It is sometimes considered a subspecies of the large woodshrike....
Where can I report a Malabar Woodshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Malabar Woodshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code malwoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
40
Species in Family
248
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