About the Buff-banded Tyrannulet
The Buff-banded Tyrannulet (Mecocerculus hellmayri) 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 bubtyr1 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 | Mecocerculus hellmayri |
| Species Codes | bubtyr1, BBTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buff-banded Tyrannulet belong to?
The Buff-banded Tyrannulet (Mecocerculus hellmayri) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Buff-banded Tyrannulet?
The Buff-banded Tyrannulet 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 Buff-banded Tyrannulet sighting?
You can log sightings of Buff-banded Tyrannulet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bubtyr1, or on iNaturalist.