About the Rufous-crested Tanager
The rufous-crested tanager is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Creurgops verticalis |
| Species Codes | ructan4, RCTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-crested Tanager belong to?
The Rufous-crested Tanager (Creurgops verticalis) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-crested Tanager?
The rufous-crested tanager is a species of bird in the family Thraupidae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests....
Where can I report a Rufous-crested Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-crested Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ructan4, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
389
Species in Family
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