About the Guatemalan Tyrannulet
The Guatemalan Tyrannulet (Zimmerius vilissimus) 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 paltyr2 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 | Zimmerius vilissimus |
| Species Codes | paltyr2, GUTY, PATY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Guatemalan Tyrannulet belong to?
The Guatemalan Tyrannulet (Zimmerius vilissimus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Guatemalan Tyrannulet?
The Guatemalan Tyrannulet 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 Guatemalan Tyrannulet sighting?
You can log sightings of Guatemalan Tyrannulet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code paltyr2, or on iNaturalist.