About the Shear-tailed Gray Tyrant
The Shear-tailed Gray Tyrant (Muscipipra vetula) 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 shtgrt1 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 | Muscipipra vetula |
| Species Codes | shtgrt1, STGT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Shear-tailed Gray Tyrant belong to?
The Shear-tailed Gray Tyrant (Muscipipra vetula) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Shear-tailed Gray Tyrant?
The Shear-tailed Gray 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 Shear-tailed Gray Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Shear-tailed Gray Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shtgrt1, or on iNaturalist.