About the Brown-breasted Pygmy-Tyrant
The Brown-breasted Pygmy-Tyrant (Hemitriccus obsoletus) 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 bnbpyt1 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 | Hemitriccus obsoletus |
| Species Codes | bnbpyt1, BBBT, BBPT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-breasted Pygmy-Tyrant belong to?
The Brown-breasted Pygmy-Tyrant (Hemitriccus obsoletus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown-breasted Pygmy-Tyrant?
The Brown-breasted Pygmy-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 Brown-breasted Pygmy-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-breasted Pygmy-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bnbpyt1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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