About the Puna Ground-Tyrant
The Puna Ground-Tyrant (Muscisaxicola juninensis) 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 pugtyr1 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 juninensis |
| Species Codes | pugtyr1, PGTY, PUGT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Puna Ground-Tyrant belong to?
The Puna Ground-Tyrant (Muscisaxicola juninensis) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Puna Ground-Tyrant?
The Puna 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 Puna Ground-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Puna Ground-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pugtyr1, or on iNaturalist.