About the Greater Wagtail-Tyrant
The Greater Wagtail-Tyrant (Stigmatura budytoides) 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 grwtyr1 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 | Stigmatura budytoides |
| Species Codes | grwtyr1, GWTY, GRWT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Greater Wagtail-Tyrant belong to?
The Greater Wagtail-Tyrant (Stigmatura budytoides) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Greater Wagtail-Tyrant?
The Greater Wagtail-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 Greater Wagtail-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Greater Wagtail-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grwtyr1, or on iNaturalist.