About the Bay-headed Tanager
The Bay-headed Tanager (Tangara gyrola) is a species of bird in the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 389 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bahtan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Tangara gyrola |
| Species Codes | bahtan1, BHTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bay-headed Tanager belong to?
The Bay-headed Tanager (Tangara gyrola) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Bay-headed Tanager?
The Bay-headed Tanager is a member of the Tanagers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bay-headed Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Bay-headed Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bahtan1, or on iNaturalist.