About the White-tailed Tyrannulet
The white-tailed tyrannulet is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Mecocerculus poecilocercus |
| Species Codes | whttyr1, WTTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-tailed Tyrannulet belong to?
The White-tailed Tyrannulet (Mecocerculus poecilocercus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-tailed Tyrannulet?
The white-tailed tyrannulet is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru....
Where can I report a White-tailed Tyrannulet sighting?
You can log sightings of White-tailed Tyrannulet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whttyr1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
173
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