About the Long-tailed Tapaculo
The Long-tailed Tapaculo (Scytalopus micropterus) is a species of bird in the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code lottap1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scytalopus micropterus |
| Species Codes | lottap1, LTTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-tailed Tapaculo belong to?
The Long-tailed Tapaculo (Scytalopus micropterus) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Long-tailed Tapaculo?
The Long-tailed Tapaculo is a member of the Tapaculos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Long-tailed Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-tailed Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lottap1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tapaculos 65 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
65
Species in Family
42
iNat Observations
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