About the Yellow-throated Spadebill
The Yellow-throated Spadebill (Platyrinchus flavigularis) 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 yetspa1 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 | Platyrinchus flavigularis |
| Species Codes | yetspa1, YTSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-throated Spadebill belong to?
The Yellow-throated Spadebill (Platyrinchus flavigularis) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-throated Spadebill?
The Yellow-throated Spadebill 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 Yellow-throated Spadebill sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-throated Spadebill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yetspa1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
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