About the Rusty-backed Monjita
The rusty-backed monjita is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is endemic to Argentina but has been recorded as a vagrant in Brazil and Chile.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Neoxolmis rubetra |
| Species Codes | rubmon1, RBMO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rusty-backed Monjita belong to?
The Rusty-backed Monjita (Neoxolmis rubetra) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rusty-backed Monjita?
The rusty-backed monjita is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is endemic to Argentina but has been recorded as a vagrant in Brazil and Chile....
Where can I report a Rusty-backed Monjita sighting?
You can log sightings of Rusty-backed Monjita on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rubmon1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
164
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