About the Minas Gerais Tyrannulet
The Minas Gerais Tyrannulet (Phylloscartes roquettei) 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 migtyr1 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 | Phylloscartes roquettei |
| Species Codes | migtyr1, MGTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Minas Gerais Tyrannulet belong to?
The Minas Gerais Tyrannulet (Phylloscartes roquettei) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Minas Gerais Tyrannulet?
The Minas Gerais 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 Minas Gerais Tyrannulet sighting?
You can log sightings of Minas Gerais Tyrannulet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code migtyr1, or on iNaturalist.