About the Caatinga Black-Tyrant
The Caatinga Black-Tyrant (Knipolegus franciscanus) 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 whwblt2 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 | Knipolegus franciscanus |
| Species Codes | whwblt2, SFBT, CBTY, CABT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Caatinga Black-Tyrant belong to?
The Caatinga Black-Tyrant (Knipolegus franciscanus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Caatinga Black-Tyrant?
The Caatinga Black-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 Caatinga Black-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Caatinga Black-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whwblt2, or on iNaturalist.
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