About the Masked Mountain Tanager
The Masked Mountain Tanager (Tephrophilus wetmorei) is a species of bird in the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 389 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code mamtan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Tephrophilus wetmorei |
| Species Codes | mamtan1, MAMT, MMTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Masked Mountain Tanager belong to?
The Masked Mountain Tanager (Tephrophilus wetmorei) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Masked Mountain Tanager?
The Masked Mountain Tanager is a member of the Tanagers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Masked Mountain Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Masked Mountain Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mamtan1, or on iNaturalist.