About the Rufous-crowned Tody-Flycatcher
The Rufous-crowned Tody-Flycatcher (Poecilotriccus ruficeps) 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 rcttyr1 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 | Poecilotriccus ruficeps |
| Species Codes | rcttyr1, RCTF |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-crowned Tody-Flycatcher belong to?
The Rufous-crowned Tody-Flycatcher (Poecilotriccus ruficeps) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-crowned Tody-Flycatcher?
The Rufous-crowned Tody-Flycatcher 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 Rufous-crowned Tody-Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-crowned Tody-Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rcttyr1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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