About the Northern Wheatear
The Northern Wheatear (Oenanthe oenanthe) 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 norwhe 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 oenanthe |
| Species Codes | norwhe, NOWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Wheatear belong to?
The Northern Wheatear (Oenanthe oenanthe) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Northern Wheatear?
The Northern 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 Northern Wheatear sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Wheatear on eBird (ebird.org) using species code norwhe, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Flycatchers 353 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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