About the Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant
The Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant (Myiornis atricapillus) 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 bcptyr1 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 | Myiornis atricapillus |
| Species Codes | bcptyr1, BPYT, BCPT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant belong to?
The Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant (Myiornis atricapillus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant?
The Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant 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 Pygmy-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-capped Pygmy-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bcptyr1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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