About the Black-and-white Tody-Flycatcher
The Black-and-white Tody-Flycatcher (Poecilotriccus capitalis) 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 bawtyr1 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 | Poecilotriccus capitalis |
| Species Codes | bawtyr1, BAWT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-and-white Tody-Flycatcher belong to?
The Black-and-white Tody-Flycatcher (Poecilotriccus capitalis) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-and-white Tody-Flycatcher?
The Black-and-white Tody-Flycatcher 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 Black-and-white Tody-Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-and-white Tody-Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bawtyr1, or on iNaturalist.