About the Mottle-cheeked Tyrannulet
The mottle-cheeked tyrannulet is a generally common, small species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Phylloscartes ventralis |
| Species Codes | moctyr2, MCTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mottle-cheeked Tyrannulet belong to?
The Mottle-cheeked Tyrannulet (Phylloscartes ventralis) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mottle-cheeked Tyrannulet?
The mottle-cheeked tyrannulet is a generally common, small species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay....
Where can I report a Mottle-cheeked Tyrannulet sighting?
You can log sightings of Mottle-cheeked Tyrannulet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moctyr2, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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Species in Family
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