About the Marsh Tapaculo
The marsh tapaculo is a recently discovered passerine bird which belongs to the genus Scytalopus, a genus of tapaculos. It is also known as the wetland tapaculo or tall-grass wetland tapaculo. It is endemic to Brazil.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tapaculos (Rhinocryptidae) |
| Species | Scytalopus iraiensis |
| Species Codes | martap1, MATA |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Marsh Tapaculo belong to?
The Marsh Tapaculo (Scytalopus iraiensis) belongs to the Tapaculos family (Rhinocryptidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Marsh Tapaculo?
The Marsh Tapaculo is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Marsh Tapaculo?
The marsh tapaculo is a recently discovered passerine bird which belongs to the genus Scytalopus, a genus of tapaculos. It is also known as the wetland tapaculo or tall-grass wetland tapaculo. It is endemic to Brazil....
Where can I report a Marsh Tapaculo sighting?
You can log sightings of Marsh Tapaculo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code martap1, or on iNaturalist.
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