About the Magpie Tanager
The magpie tanager is a South American species of tanager. It is the only member of the monotypic genus Cissopis. As suggested by its common name, this blue-black and white species is superficially reminiscent of a European magpie. With a total length of 25–30 cm (9.8–11.8 in), a large percentage of which is tail, it is the longest species of tanager. It weighs 69–76 g (2.4–2.7 oz).
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Cissopis leverianus |
| Species Codes | magtan2, MATA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Magpie Tanager belong to?
The Magpie Tanager (Cissopis leverianus) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Magpie Tanager?
The magpie tanager is a South American species of tanager. It is the only member of the monotypic genus Cissopis. As suggested by its common name, this blue-black and white species is superficially reminiscent of a European magpie. With a total length of 25–30 cm (9.8–11.8 in), a large percentage of...
Where can I report a Magpie Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Magpie Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code magtan2, or on iNaturalist.
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