About the Plain-capped Ground-Tyrant
The Plain-capped Ground-Tyrant (Muscisaxicola alpinus) 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 plcgrt1 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 | Muscisaxicola alpinus |
| Species Codes | plcgrt1, PGTY, PCGT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plain-capped Ground-Tyrant belong to?
The Plain-capped Ground-Tyrant (Muscisaxicola alpinus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Plain-capped Ground-Tyrant?
The Plain-capped Ground-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 Plain-capped Ground-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Plain-capped Ground-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code plcgrt1, or on iNaturalist.