About the Tufted Tit-Spinetail
The Tufted Tit-Spinetail (Leptasthenura platensis) is a species of bird in the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 321 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code tutspi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers (Furnariidae) |
| Species | Leptasthenura platensis |
| Species Codes | tutspi1, TTSP, TUTS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tufted Tit-Spinetail belong to?
The Tufted Tit-Spinetail (Leptasthenura platensis) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Tufted Tit-Spinetail?
The Tufted Tit-Spinetail is a member of the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Tufted Tit-Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Tufted Tit-Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tutspi1, or on iNaturalist.