About the Red-hooded Tanager
The Red-hooded Tanager (Piranga rubriceps) is a species of bird in the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 52 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rehtan2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cardinals and Allies (Cardinalidae) |
| Species | Piranga rubriceps |
| Species Codes | rehtan2, RHTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-hooded Tanager belong to?
The Red-hooded Tanager (Piranga rubriceps) belongs to the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-hooded Tanager?
The Red-hooded Tanager is a member of the Cardinals and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Red-hooded Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-hooded Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rehtan2, or on iNaturalist.