About the Black-crested Tit-Tyrant
The Black-crested Tit-Tyrant (Anairetes nigrocristatus) 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 bkctit1 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 | Anairetes nigrocristatus |
| Species Codes | bkctit1, BCTT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-crested Tit-Tyrant belong to?
The Black-crested Tit-Tyrant (Anairetes nigrocristatus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-crested Tit-Tyrant?
The Black-crested Tit-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-crested Tit-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-crested Tit-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkctit1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
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