About the Red-headed Tanager
The Red-headed Tanager (Piranga erythrocephala) is a species of bird in the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 52 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rehtan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cardinals and Allies (Cardinalidae) |
| Species | Piranga erythrocephala |
| Species Codes | rehtan1, RHTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-headed Tanager belong to?
The Red-headed Tanager (Piranga erythrocephala) belongs to the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-headed Tanager?
The Red-headed Tanager is a member of the Cardinals and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Red-headed Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-headed Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rehtan1, or on iNaturalist.