About the Willard's Sooty Boubou
The Willard's Sooty Boubou (Laniarius willardi) is a species of bird in the Bushshrikes and Allies family (Malaconotidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 50 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wisbou1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Bushshrikes and Allies (Malaconotidae) |
| Species | Laniarius willardi |
| Species Codes | wisbou1, WSBO, MSBO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Willard's Sooty Boubou belong to?
The Willard's Sooty Boubou (Laniarius willardi) belongs to the Bushshrikes and Allies family (Malaconotidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Willard's Sooty Boubou?
The Willard's Sooty Boubou is a member of the Bushshrikes and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Willard's Sooty Boubou sighting?
You can log sightings of Willard's Sooty Boubou on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wisbou1, or on iNaturalist.