About the Drab Water Tyrant
The Drab Water Tyrant (Ochthornis littoralis) 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 drwtyr1 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 | Ochthornis littoralis |
| Species Codes | drwtyr1, DWTY, DRWT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Drab Water Tyrant belong to?
The Drab Water Tyrant (Ochthornis littoralis) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Drab Water Tyrant?
The Drab Water 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 Drab Water Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Drab Water Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code drwtyr1, or on iNaturalist.