About the Rufous-tailed Flatbill
The Rufous-tailed Flatbill (Ramphotrigon ruficauda) 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 rutfla1 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 | Ramphotrigon ruficauda |
| Species Codes | rutfla1, RTFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-tailed Flatbill belong to?
The Rufous-tailed Flatbill (Ramphotrigon ruficauda) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-tailed Flatbill?
The Rufous-tailed Flatbill 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-tailed Flatbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-tailed Flatbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rutfla1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
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