About the Russet-winged Spadebill
The Russet-winged Spadebill (Platyrinchus leucoryphus) 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 ruwspa1 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 | Platyrinchus leucoryphus |
| Species Codes | ruwspa1, RWSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Russet-winged Spadebill belong to?
The Russet-winged Spadebill (Platyrinchus leucoryphus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Russet-winged Spadebill?
The Russet-winged Spadebill 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 Russet-winged Spadebill sighting?
You can log sightings of Russet-winged Spadebill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruwspa1, or on iNaturalist.