About the Pied Water-Tyrant
The Pied Water-Tyrant (Fluvicola pica) 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 piwtyr1 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 | Fluvicola pica |
| Species Codes | piwtyr1, PIWT, PWTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pied Water-Tyrant belong to?
The Pied Water-Tyrant (Fluvicola pica) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Pied Water-Tyrant?
The Pied Water-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 Pied Water-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Pied Water-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code piwtyr1, or on iNaturalist.