About the Lesser Shrike-Tyrant
The lesser shrike-tyrant is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia and Paraguay and as a vagrant to Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Agriornis murinus |
| Species Codes | lessht1, LEST, LSTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Shrike-Tyrant belong to?
The Lesser Shrike-Tyrant (Agriornis murinus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Shrike-Tyrant?
The lesser shrike-tyrant is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia and Paraguay and as a vagrant to Brazil, Chile, and Uruguay....
Where can I report a Lesser Shrike-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Shrike-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lessht1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
360
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