About the Flame-colored Tanager
The Flame-colored Tanager (Piranga bidentata) is a species of bird in the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 52 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code flctan when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cardinals and Allies (Cardinalidae) |
| Species | Piranga bidentata |
| Species Codes | flctan, FCTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Flame-colored Tanager belong to?
The Flame-colored Tanager (Piranga bidentata) belongs to the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Flame-colored Tanager?
The Flame-colored Tanager is a member of the Cardinals and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Flame-colored Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Flame-colored Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code flctan, or on iNaturalist.
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