About the Black-backed Bush Tanager
The Black-backed Bush Tanager (Urothraupis stolzmanni) 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 bbbtan1 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 | Urothraupis stolzmanni |
| Species Codes | bbbtan1, BBBT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-backed Bush Tanager belong to?
The Black-backed Bush Tanager (Urothraupis stolzmanni) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-backed Bush Tanager?
The Black-backed Bush 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 Black-backed Bush Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-backed Bush Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bbbtan1, or on iNaturalist.