About the Black-capped Gnatcatcher
The black-capped gnatcatcher is a small songbird in the family Polioptilidae. It is found in Mexico and the United States.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Gnatcatchers (Polioptilidae) |
| Species | Polioptila nigriceps |
| Species Codes | bkcgna, BCGN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-capped Gnatcatcher belong to?
The Black-capped Gnatcatcher (Polioptila nigriceps) belongs to the Gnatcatchers family (Polioptilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-capped Gnatcatcher?
The black-capped gnatcatcher is a small songbird in the family Polioptilidae. It is found in Mexico and the United States....
Where can I report a Black-capped Gnatcatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-capped Gnatcatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkcgna, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
22
Species in Family
565
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