About the Riverside Tyrant
The riverside tyrant is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Knipolegus orenocensis |
| Species Codes | rivtyr2, RITY, RTBT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Riverside Tyrant belong to?
The Riverside Tyrant (Knipolegus orenocensis) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Riverside Tyrant?
The riverside tyrant is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Riverside Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Riverside Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rivtyr2, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
33
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