About the Purplish-mantled Tanager
The Purplish-mantled Tanager (Iridosornis porphyrocephalus) is a species of bird in the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 389 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code pumtan2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tanagers and Allies (Thraupidae) |
| Species | Iridosornis porphyrocephalus |
| Species Codes | pumtan2, PMTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purplish-mantled Tanager belong to?
The Purplish-mantled Tanager (Iridosornis porphyrocephalus) belongs to the Tanagers and Allies family (Thraupidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Purplish-mantled Tanager?
The Purplish-mantled Tanager is a member of the Tanagers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Purplish-mantled Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Purplish-mantled Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pumtan2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tanagers and Allies 389 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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