About the Crested Black-Tyrant
The Crested Black-Tyrant (Knipolegus lophotes) 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 crbtyr1 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 lophotes |
| Species Codes | crbtyr1, CRBT, CBTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crested Black-Tyrant belong to?
The Crested Black-Tyrant (Knipolegus lophotes) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Crested Black-Tyrant?
The Crested 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 Crested Black-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Crested Black-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crbtyr1, or on iNaturalist.