About the Scarlet Tanager
The scarlet tanager is a medium-sized American songbird. Until recently, it was placed in the tanager family (Thraupidae), but it and other members of its genus are now classified as belonging to the cardinal family (Cardinalidae). The species' plumage and vocalizations are similar to other members of the cardinal family, although the Piranga species lacks the thick conical bill that many cardinals possess. The species resides in thick deciduous woodlands and suburbs.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cardinals and Allies (Cardinalidae) |
| Species | Piranga olivacea |
| Species Codes | scatan, SCTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scarlet Tanager belong to?
The Scarlet Tanager (Piranga olivacea) belongs to the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Scarlet Tanager?
The scarlet tanager is a medium-sized American songbird. Until recently, it was placed in the tanager family (Thraupidae), but it and other members of its genus are now classified as belonging to the cardinal family (Cardinalidae). The species' plumage and vocalizations are similar to other members ...
Where can I report a Scarlet Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Scarlet Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scatan, or on iNaturalist.
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