About the Rufous-winged Tyrannulet
The Rufous-winged Tyrannulet (Mecocerculus calopterus) 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 ruwtyr1 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 | Mecocerculus calopterus |
| Species Codes | ruwtyr1, RWTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-winged Tyrannulet belong to?
The Rufous-winged Tyrannulet (Mecocerculus calopterus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-winged Tyrannulet?
The Rufous-winged Tyrannulet 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-winged Tyrannulet sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-winged Tyrannulet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruwtyr1, or on iNaturalist.