About the Long-tailed Tyrant
The Long-tailed Tyrant (Colonia colonus) 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 lottyr1 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 | Colonia colonus |
| Species Codes | lottyr1, LTTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-tailed Tyrant belong to?
The Long-tailed Tyrant (Colonia colonus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Long-tailed Tyrant?
The Long-tailed 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-tailed Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-tailed Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lottyr1, or on iNaturalist.