About the White-tailed Flycatcher
The white-tailed flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is the only member of the monotypic genus Leucoptilon. It is found in submountain forests from the eastern Himalayas and northern Myanmar to southern China, western and southern Thailand, the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra and Borneo.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Leucoptilon concretum |
| Species Codes | whtfly2, WTFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-tailed Flycatcher belong to?
The White-tailed Flycatcher (Leucoptilon concretum) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-tailed Flycatcher?
The white-tailed flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is the only member of the monotypic genus Leucoptilon. It is found in submountain forests from the eastern Himalayas and northern Myanmar to southern China, western and southern Thailand, the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra and...
Where can I report a White-tailed Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of White-tailed Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whtfly2, or on iNaturalist.
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