About the White-winged Black-Tyrant
The White-winged Black-Tyrant (Knipolegus aterrimus) 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 whwblt1 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 | Knipolegus aterrimus |
| Species Codes | whwblt1, WWRB, WWBT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-winged Black-Tyrant belong to?
The White-winged Black-Tyrant (Knipolegus aterrimus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-winged Black-Tyrant?
The White-winged Black-Tyrant 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 White-winged Black-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of White-winged Black-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whwblt1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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