About the Amazonian Black-Tyrant
The Amazonian Black-Tyrant (Knipolegus poecilocercus) 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 ambtyr1 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 poecilocercus |
| Species Codes | ambtyr1, AMBT, ABTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Amazonian Black-Tyrant belong to?
The Amazonian Black-Tyrant (Knipolegus poecilocercus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Amazonian Black-Tyrant?
The Amazonian 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 Amazonian Black-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Amazonian Black-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ambtyr1, or on iNaturalist.