About the Turquoise Tanager
The Turquoise Tanager (Tangara mexicana) is a species of bird in the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 389 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code turtan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Tangara mexicana |
| Species Codes | turtan1, TUTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Turquoise Tanager belong to?
The Turquoise Tanager (Tangara mexicana) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Turquoise Tanager?
The Turquoise Tanager is a member of the Tanagers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Turquoise Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Turquoise Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code turtan1, or on iNaturalist.
