About the Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant
The Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant (Lophotriccus pileatus) 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 scptyr1 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 | Lophotriccus pileatus |
| Species Codes | scptyr1, SCPT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant belong to?
The Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant (Lophotriccus pileatus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant?
The Scale-crested Pygmy-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 Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Scale-crested Pygmy-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scptyr1, or on iNaturalist.