About the Short-tailed Field Tyrant
The Short-tailed Field Tyrant (Muscigralla brevicauda) 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 stftyr1 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 | Muscigralla brevicauda |
| Species Codes | stftyr1, STFT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-tailed Field Tyrant belong to?
The Short-tailed Field Tyrant (Muscigralla brevicauda) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Short-tailed Field Tyrant?
The Short-tailed Field 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 Short-tailed Field Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-tailed Field Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code stftyr1, or on iNaturalist.