About the Red-billed Pied Tanager
The Red-billed Pied Tanager (Lamprospiza melanoleuca) is a species of bird in the Mitrospingid Tanagers family (Mitrospingidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 4 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rbptan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Mitrospingid Tanagers (Mitrospingidae) |
| Species | Lamprospiza melanoleuca |
| Species Codes | rbptan1, RBPT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-billed Pied Tanager belong to?
The Red-billed Pied Tanager (Lamprospiza melanoleuca) belongs to the Mitrospingid Tanagers family (Mitrospingidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-billed Pied Tanager?
The Red-billed Pied Tanager is a member of the Mitrospingid Tanagers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Red-billed Pied Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-billed Pied Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rbptan1, or on iNaturalist.
