About the Sooty-capped Chlorospingus
The Sooty-capped Chlorospingus (Chlorospingus pileatus) is a species of bird in the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 138 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code scbtan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | New World Sparrows (Passerellidae) |
| Species | Chlorospingus pileatus |
| Species Codes | scbtan1, SCCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty-capped Chlorospingus belong to?
The Sooty-capped Chlorospingus (Chlorospingus pileatus) belongs to the New World Sparrows family (Passerellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sooty-capped Chlorospingus?
The Sooty-capped Chlorospingus is a member of the New World Sparrows family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Sooty-capped Chlorospingus sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty-capped Chlorospingus on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scbtan1, or on iNaturalist.