About the Brown-backed Chat-Tyrant
The Brown-backed Chat-Tyrant (Ochthoeca fumicolor) 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 bbctyr1 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 | Ochthoeca fumicolor |
| Species Codes | bbctyr1, BBCT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-backed Chat-Tyrant belong to?
The Brown-backed Chat-Tyrant (Ochthoeca fumicolor) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown-backed Chat-Tyrant?
The Brown-backed Chat-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 Brown-backed Chat-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-backed Chat-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bbctyr1, or on iNaturalist.