About the Philippine Jungle Flycatcher
The Philippine Jungle Flycatcher (Cyornis ruficauda) 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 chtjuf2 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 | Cyornis ruficauda |
| Species Codes | chtjuf2, RTJF, PJFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Jungle Flycatcher belong to?
The Philippine Jungle Flycatcher (Cyornis ruficauda) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Jungle Flycatcher?
The Philippine Jungle Flycatcher 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 Philippine Jungle Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Jungle Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chtjuf2, or on iNaturalist.
