About the Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant
The Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant (Myiotheretes pernix) 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 smbtyr1 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 pernix |
| Species Codes | smbtyr1, SMBT |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant belong to?
The Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant (Myiotheretes pernix) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant?
The Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant?
The Santa Marta 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 Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Santa Marta Bush-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code smbtyr1, or on iNaturalist.
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