About the Strange-tailed Tyrant
The strange-tailed tyrant is a Vulnerable species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina and Paraguay and as a vagrant in Brazil and Uruguay.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Alectrurus risora |
| Species Codes | stttyr1, STTY |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Strange-tailed Tyrant belong to?
The Strange-tailed Tyrant (Alectrurus risora) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Strange-tailed Tyrant?
The Strange-tailed Tyrant is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Strange-tailed Tyrant?
The strange-tailed tyrant is a Vulnerable species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina and Paraguay and as a vagrant in Brazil and Uruguay....
Where can I report a Strange-tailed Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Strange-tailed Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code stttyr1, or on iNaturalist.
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