About the Rusty-belted Tapaculo
The Rusty-belted Tapaculo (Liosceles thoracicus) 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 rubtap1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Liosceles thoracicus |
| Species Codes | rubtap1, RBTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rusty-belted Tapaculo belong to?
The Rusty-belted Tapaculo (Liosceles thoracicus) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rusty-belted Tapaculo?
The Rusty-belted 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 Rusty-belted Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Rusty-belted Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rubtap1, or on iNaturalist.