About the Rufous-bellied Bush-Tyrant
The Rufous-bellied Bush-Tyrant (Myiotheretes fuscorufus) 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 rbbtyr1 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 | Myiotheretes fuscorufus |
| Species Codes | rbbtyr1, RBBT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-bellied Bush-Tyrant belong to?
The Rufous-bellied Bush-Tyrant (Myiotheretes fuscorufus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-bellied Bush-Tyrant?
The Rufous-bellied Bush-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 Rufous-bellied Bush-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-bellied Bush-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rbbtyr1, or on iNaturalist.