About the Blue-winged Mountain Tanager
The Blue-winged Mountain Tanager (Anisognathus somptuosus) 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 bwmtan1 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 | Anisognathus somptuosus |
| Species Codes | bwmtan1, BWMT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-winged Mountain Tanager belong to?
The Blue-winged Mountain Tanager (Anisognathus somptuosus) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Blue-winged Mountain Tanager?
The Blue-winged Mountain 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 Blue-winged Mountain Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-winged Mountain Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bwmtan1, or on iNaturalist.