About the Sooty Tyrannulet
The Sooty Tyrannulet (Serpophaga nigricans) 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 sootyr1 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 | Serpophaga nigricans |
| Species Codes | sootyr1, SOTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Tyrannulet belong to?
The Sooty Tyrannulet (Serpophaga nigricans) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Tyrannulet?
The Sooty Tyrannulet 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 Sooty Tyrannulet sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Tyrannulet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sootyr1, or on iNaturalist.