About the Black-backed Water-Tyrant
The Black-backed Water-Tyrant (Fluvicola albiventer) 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 bbwtyr1 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 | Fluvicola albiventer |
| Species Codes | bbwtyr1, BBWT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-backed Water-Tyrant belong to?
The Black-backed Water-Tyrant (Fluvicola albiventer) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-backed Water-Tyrant?
The Black-backed Water-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 Black-backed Water-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-backed Water-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bbwtyr1, or on iNaturalist.