About the Long-crested Pygmy-Tyrant
The Long-crested Pygmy-Tyrant (Lophotriccus eulophotes) 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 lcptyr1 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 | Lophotriccus eulophotes |
| Species Codes | lcptyr1, LCPT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-crested Pygmy-Tyrant belong to?
The Long-crested Pygmy-Tyrant (Lophotriccus eulophotes) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Long-crested Pygmy-Tyrant?
The Long-crested Pygmy-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 Long-crested Pygmy-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-crested Pygmy-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lcptyr1, or on iNaturalist.