About the Dusky Tapaculo
The dusky tapaculo is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is endemic to Chile.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scytalopus fuscus |
| Species Codes | dustap1, DUTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Dusky Tapaculo belong to?
The Dusky Tapaculo (Scytalopus fuscus) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Dusky Tapaculo?
The dusky tapaculo is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is endemic to Chile....
Where can I report a Dusky Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Dusky Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dustap1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
65
Species in Family
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