About the Fork-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant
The Fork-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant (Hemitriccus furcatus) 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 fotpyt1 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 | Hemitriccus furcatus |
| Species Codes | fotpyt1, FTTT, FTPT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fork-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant belong to?
The Fork-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant (Hemitriccus furcatus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Fork-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant?
The Fork-tailed Pygmy-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 Fork-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Fork-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code fotpyt1, or on iNaturalist.