About the Rufous-bellied Niltava
The Rufous-bellied Niltava (Niltava sundara) 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 rubnil1 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 | Niltava sundara |
| Species Codes | rubnil1, RBNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-bellied Niltava belong to?
The Rufous-bellied Niltava (Niltava sundara) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-bellied Niltava?
The Rufous-bellied Niltava 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 Rufous-bellied Niltava sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-bellied Niltava on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rubnil1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Flycatchers 353 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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