About the Tawny-chested Flycatcher
The tawny-chested flycatcher, or Salvin's flycatcher, is a small Vulnerable species of passerine bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Costa Rica and previously was also found in Nicaragua.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Aphanotriccus capitalis |
| Species Codes | tacfly1, TCFL |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tawny-chested Flycatcher belong to?
The Tawny-chested Flycatcher (Aphanotriccus capitalis) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Tawny-chested Flycatcher?
The Tawny-chested Flycatcher is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Tawny-chested Flycatcher?
The tawny-chested flycatcher, or Salvin's flycatcher, is a small Vulnerable species of passerine bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Costa Rica and previously was also found in Nicaragua....
Where can I report a Tawny-chested Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Tawny-chested Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tacfly1, or on iNaturalist.
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