About the Golden-faced Tyrannulet
The Golden-faced Tyrannulet (Zimmerius chrysops) 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 goftyr1 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 | Zimmerius chrysops |
| Species Codes | goftyr1, GFTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Golden-faced Tyrannulet belong to?
The Golden-faced Tyrannulet (Zimmerius chrysops) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Golden-faced Tyrannulet?
The Golden-faced Tyrannulet 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 Golden-faced Tyrannulet sighting?
You can log sightings of Golden-faced Tyrannulet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code goftyr1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
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