About the Velvet Flycatcher
The velvet flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is endemic to New Hanover, New Ireland & New Britain.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Monarch Flycatchers (Monarchidae) |
| Species | Myiagra eichhorni |
| Species Codes | velfly1, VEFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Velvet Flycatcher belong to?
The Velvet Flycatcher (Myiagra eichhorni) belongs to the Monarch Flycatchers family (Monarchidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Velvet Flycatcher?
The velvet flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is endemic to New Hanover, New Ireland & New Britain....
Where can I report a Velvet Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Velvet Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code velfly1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
105
Species in Family
3
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