About the Jalca Tapaculo
The Jalca Tapaculo (Scytalopus frankeae) is a species of bird in the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code miltap1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scytalopus frankeae |
| Species Codes | miltap1, MITA, JATA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Jalca Tapaculo belong to?
The Jalca Tapaculo (Scytalopus frankeae) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Jalca Tapaculo?
The Jalca Tapaculo is a member of the Tapaculos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Jalca Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Jalca Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code miltap1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tapaculos 65 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
65
Species in Family
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