About the Cinnamon-crested Spadebill
The Cinnamon-crested Spadebill (Platyrinchus saturatus) 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 cicspa1 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 | Platyrinchus saturatus |
| Species Codes | cicspa1, CCSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cinnamon-crested Spadebill belong to?
The Cinnamon-crested Spadebill (Platyrinchus saturatus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Cinnamon-crested Spadebill?
The Cinnamon-crested Spadebill 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 Cinnamon-crested Spadebill sighting?
You can log sightings of Cinnamon-crested Spadebill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cicspa1, or on iNaturalist.