About the Black-tailed Tityra
The Black-tailed Tityra (Tityra cayana) is a species of bird in the Tityras and Allies family (Tityridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 36 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blttit1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tityras and Allies (Tityridae) |
| Species | Tityra cayana |
| Species Codes | blttit1, BTTI, WBTT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-tailed Tityra belong to?
The Black-tailed Tityra (Tityra cayana) belongs to the Tityras and Allies family (Tityridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-tailed Tityra?
The Black-tailed Tityra is a member of the Tityras and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-tailed Tityra sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-tailed Tityra on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blttit1, or on iNaturalist.