About the Scarlet-throated Tanager
The scarlet-throated tanager is a small passerine bird in the tanager family Thraupidae that is endemic to eastern Brazil. It is the only member of the genus Compsothraupis.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Compsothraupis loricata |
| Species Codes | scttan1, STTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scarlet-throated Tanager belong to?
The Scarlet-throated Tanager (Compsothraupis loricata) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Scarlet-throated Tanager?
The scarlet-throated tanager is a small passerine bird in the tanager family Thraupidae that is endemic to eastern Brazil. It is the only member of the genus Compsothraupis....
Where can I report a Scarlet-throated Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Scarlet-throated Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scttan1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
389
Species in Family
181
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