About the Blackish Tapaculo
The Blackish Tapaculo (Scytalopus latrans) is a species of bird in the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blatap1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scytalopus latrans |
| Species Codes | blatap1, BLTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blackish Tapaculo belong to?
The Blackish Tapaculo (Scytalopus latrans) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Blackish Tapaculo?
The Blackish Tapaculo is a member of the Tapaculos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blackish Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Blackish Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blatap1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tapaculos 65 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
65
Species in Family
164
iNat Observations
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