About the Snowy-crowned Robin-Chat
The Snowy-crowned Robin-Chat (Cossypha niveicapilla) 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 scrcha1 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 | Cossypha niveicapilla |
| Species Codes | scrcha1, SHRC, SCRC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Snowy-crowned Robin-Chat belong to?
The Snowy-crowned Robin-Chat (Cossypha niveicapilla) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Snowy-crowned Robin-Chat?
The Snowy-crowned Robin-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 Snowy-crowned Robin-Chat sighting?
You can log sightings of Snowy-crowned Robin-Chat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scrcha1, or on iNaturalist.