About the Rufous-headed Pygmy-Tyrant
The rufous-headed pygmy tyrant is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru with at least one record in Venezuela.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Pseudotriccus ruficeps |
| Species Codes | rhptyr1, RHPT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-headed Pygmy-Tyrant belong to?
The Rufous-headed Pygmy-Tyrant (Pseudotriccus ruficeps) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-headed Pygmy-Tyrant?
The rufous-headed pygmy tyrant is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru with at least one record in Venezuela....
Where can I report a Rufous-headed Pygmy-Tyrant sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-headed Pygmy-Tyrant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rhptyr1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
88
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