About the Perija Tapaculo
The Perija Tapaculo (Scytalopus perijanus) is a species of bird in the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code pertap1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scytalopus perijanus |
| Species Codes | pertap1, PETA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Perija Tapaculo belong to?
The Perija Tapaculo (Scytalopus perijanus) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Perija Tapaculo?
The Perija Tapaculo is a member of the Tapaculos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Perija Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Perija Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pertap1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tapaculos 65 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
65
Species in Family
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