About the Ash-colored Tapaculo
The Ash-colored Tapaculo (Myornis senilis) is a species of bird in the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code asctap1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Myornis senilis |
| Species Codes | asctap1, ACTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ash-colored Tapaculo belong to?
The Ash-colored Tapaculo (Myornis senilis) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Ash-colored Tapaculo?
The Ash-colored Tapaculo is a member of the Tapaculos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Ash-colored Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Ash-colored Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code asctap1, or on iNaturalist.