About the Ryukyu Flycatcher
The Ryukyu flycatcher is a passerine bird in the Old World flycatcher family. It is native to the Ryukyu Islands, from Tanegashima in the Osumi Islands to Iriomote in the Yaeyama Islands.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Ficedula owstoni |
| Species Codes | narfly3, RYFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ryukyu Flycatcher belong to?
The Ryukyu Flycatcher (Ficedula owstoni) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Ryukyu Flycatcher?
The Ryukyu flycatcher is a passerine bird in the Old World flycatcher family. It is native to the Ryukyu Islands, from Tanegashima in the Osumi Islands to Iriomote in the Yaeyama Islands....
Where can I report a Ryukyu Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Ryukyu Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code narfly3, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
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