About the Masked Water-Tyrant
The Masked Water-Tyrant (Fluvicola nengeta) 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 mawtyr1 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 | Fluvicola nengeta |
| Species Codes | mawtyr1, MAWT, MWTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Masked Water-Tyrant belong to?
The Masked Water-Tyrant (Fluvicola nengeta) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Masked Water-Tyrant?
The Masked Water-Tyrant 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 Masked Water-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Masked Water-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mawtyr1, or on iNaturalist.