About the Maratua Shama
The Maratua Shama (Copsychus barbouri) 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 whrsha17 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 | Copsychus barbouri |
| Species Codes | whrsha17, WRSH, MASH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Maratua Shama belong to?
The Maratua Shama (Copsychus barbouri) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Maratua Shama?
The Maratua Shama 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 Maratua Shama sighting?
You can log sightings of Maratua Shama on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whrsha17, or on iNaturalist.