About the Choco Tapaculo
The Choco Tapaculo (Scytalopus chocoensis) is a species of bird in the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chotap1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scytalopus chocoensis |
| Species Codes | chotap1, CHTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Choco Tapaculo belong to?
The Choco Tapaculo (Scytalopus chocoensis) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Choco Tapaculo?
The Choco Tapaculo is a member of the Tapaculos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Choco Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Choco Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chotap1, or on iNaturalist.