About the Moorland Chat
The Moorland Chat (Pinarochroa sordida) 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 moocha1 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 | Pinarochroa sordida |
| Species Codes | moocha1, MOCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Moorland Chat belong to?
The Moorland Chat (Pinarochroa sordida) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Moorland Chat?
The Moorland Chat 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 Moorland Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Moorland Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moocha1, or on iNaturalist.