About the Long-tailed Tapaculo
The long-tailed tapaculo is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is found in the eastern Andes of Colombia, Ecuador and far northern Peru.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scytalopus micropterus |
| Species Codes | lottap1, LTTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-tailed Tapaculo belong to?
The Long-tailed Tapaculo (Scytalopus micropterus) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Long-tailed Tapaculo?
The long-tailed tapaculo is a species of bird in the family Rhinocryptidae. It is found in the eastern Andes of Colombia, Ecuador and far northern Peru....
Where can I report a Long-tailed Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-tailed Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lottap1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
65
Species in Family
41
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