About the Gray-crowned Palm-Tanager
The Gray-crowned Palm-Tanager (Phaenicophilus poliocephalus) is a species of bird in the Greater Antillean Tanagers family (Phaenicophilidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 9 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code gcptan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Greater Antillean Tanagers (Phaenicophilidae) |
| Species | Phaenicophilus poliocephalus |
| Species Codes | gcptan1, GCPT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray-crowned Palm-Tanager belong to?
The Gray-crowned Palm-Tanager (Phaenicophilus poliocephalus) belongs to the Greater Antillean Tanagers family (Phaenicophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gray-crowned Palm-Tanager?
The Gray-crowned Palm-Tanager is a member of the Greater Antillean Tanagers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Gray-crowned Palm-Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray-crowned Palm-Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gcptan1, or on iNaturalist.