About the Hepatic Tanager
The Hepatic Tanager (Piranga flava) 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 heptan 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 flava |
| Species Codes | heptan, HETA, HBTA, RETA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hepatic Tanager belong to?
The Hepatic Tanager (Piranga flava) belongs to the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Hepatic Tanager?
The Hepatic 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 Hepatic Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Hepatic Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code heptan, or on iNaturalist.