About the Cock-tailed Tyrant
The Cock-tailed Tyrant (Alectrurus tricolor) 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 cottyr1 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 | Alectrurus tricolor |
| Species Codes | cottyr1, CTTY |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cock-tailed Tyrant belong to?
The Cock-tailed Tyrant (Alectrurus tricolor) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Cock-tailed Tyrant?
The Cock-tailed Tyrant is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Cock-tailed Tyrant?
The Cock-tailed 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 Cock-tailed Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Cock-tailed Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cottyr1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
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