About the Russet-winged Spadebill
The russet-winged spadebill is a Vulnerable species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Platyrinchus leucoryphus |
| Species Codes | ruwspa1, RWSP |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Russet-winged Spadebill belong to?
The Russet-winged Spadebill (Platyrinchus leucoryphus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Russet-winged Spadebill?
The Russet-winged Spadebill is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Russet-winged Spadebill?
The russet-winged spadebill is a Vulnerable species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay....
Where can I report a Russet-winged Spadebill sighting?
You can log sightings of Russet-winged Spadebill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruwspa1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
36
iNat Observations
VU
IUCN Status
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