About the Rufous-vented Tapaculo
The Rufous-vented Tapaculo (Scytalopus femoralis) 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 ruvtap1 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 femoralis |
| Species Codes | ruvtap1, RVTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-vented Tapaculo belong to?
The Rufous-vented Tapaculo (Scytalopus femoralis) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-vented Tapaculo?
The Rufous-vented 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 Rufous-vented Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-vented Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruvtap1, or on iNaturalist.