About the Rusty-crowned Tit-Spinetail
The Rusty-crowned Tit-Spinetail (Leptasthenura pileata) is a species of bird in the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 321 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rctspi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers (Furnariidae) |
| Species | Leptasthenura pileata |
| Species Codes | rctspi1, RCTS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rusty-crowned Tit-Spinetail belong to?
The Rusty-crowned Tit-Spinetail (Leptasthenura pileata) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rusty-crowned Tit-Spinetail?
The Rusty-crowned Tit-Spinetail is a member of the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Rusty-crowned Tit-Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Rusty-crowned Tit-Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rctspi1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers 321 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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