About the Black-capped Piprites
The Black-capped Piprites (Piprites pileata) is a species of bird in the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 442 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bkcpip1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Piprites pileata |
| Species Codes | bkcpip1, BCPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-capped Piprites belong to?
The Black-capped Piprites (Piprites pileata) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-capped Piprites?
The Black-capped Piprites is a member of the Tyrant Flycatchers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-capped Piprites sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-capped Piprites on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkcpip1, or on iNaturalist.