About the Silvery Tanager
The Silvery Tanager (Stilpnia viridicollis) is a species of bird in the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 389 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code siltan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Stilpnia viridicollis |
| Species Codes | siltan1, SITA, SBTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silvery Tanager belong to?
The Silvery Tanager (Stilpnia viridicollis) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Silvery Tanager?
The Silvery Tanager is a member of the Tanagers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Silvery Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Silvery Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code siltan1, or on iNaturalist.