About the Stub-tailed Spadebill
The Stub-tailed Spadebill (Platyrinchus cancrominus) 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 sttspa1 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 | Platyrinchus cancrominus |
| Species Codes | sttspa1, SBTS, STSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Stub-tailed Spadebill belong to?
The Stub-tailed Spadebill (Platyrinchus cancrominus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Stub-tailed Spadebill?
The Stub-tailed Spadebill 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 Stub-tailed Spadebill sighting?
You can log sightings of Stub-tailed Spadebill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sttspa1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
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