About the Rock Tapaculo
The Rock Tapaculo (Scytalopus petrophilus) is a species of bird in the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code roctap1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scytalopus petrophilus |
| Species Codes | roctap1, ROTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rock Tapaculo belong to?
The Rock Tapaculo (Scytalopus petrophilus) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rock Tapaculo?
The Rock Tapaculo is a member of the Tapaculos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Rock Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Rock Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code roctap1, or on iNaturalist.