About the Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant
The Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant (Myiornis ecaudatus) 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 stptyr1 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 | Myiornis ecaudatus |
| Species Codes | stptyr1, STPT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant belong to?
The Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant (Myiornis ecaudatus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant?
The Short-tailed 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 Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-tailed Pygmy-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code stptyr1, or on iNaturalist.