About the Dusky Purpletuft
The Dusky Purpletuft (Iodopleura fusca) is a species of bird in the Tityras and Allies family (Tityridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 36 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code duspur1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tityras and Allies (Tityridae) |
| Species | Iodopleura fusca |
| Species Codes | duspur1, DUPU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Dusky Purpletuft belong to?
The Dusky Purpletuft (Iodopleura fusca) belongs to the Tityras and Allies family (Tityridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Dusky Purpletuft?
The Dusky Purpletuft is a member of the Tityras and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Dusky Purpletuft sighting?
You can log sightings of Dusky Purpletuft on eBird (ebird.org) using species code duspur1, or on iNaturalist.