About the Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo
The Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo (Vireolanius leucotis) is a species of bird in the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code scsvir1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis (Vireonidae) |
| Species | Vireolanius leucotis |
| Species Codes | scsvir1, SCLS, SCSV |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo belong to?
The Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo (Vireolanius leucotis) belongs to the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo?
The Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo is a member of the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo sighting?
You can log sightings of Slaty-capped Shrike-Vireo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scsvir1, or on iNaturalist.