About the Sooty Flycatcher
The Sooty Flycatcher (Artomyias fuliginosa) 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 soofly1 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 | Artomyias fuliginosa |
| Species Codes | soofly1, SOFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Flycatcher belong to?
The Sooty Flycatcher (Artomyias fuliginosa) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Flycatcher?
The Sooty 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 Sooty Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soofly1, or on iNaturalist.