About the Varzea Schiffornis
The varzea schiffornis, also known as the várzea mourner or greater schiffornis, is a species of bird that belongs to Tityridae family. It has traditionally been placed in the manakin family, but evidence strongly suggest that it is better placed in Tityridae, where it is now classified by SACC.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tityras and Allies (Tityridae) |
| Species | Schiffornis major |
| Species Codes | varsch1, VASC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Varzea Schiffornis belong to?
The Varzea Schiffornis (Schiffornis major) belongs to the Tityras and Allies family (Tityridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Varzea Schiffornis?
The varzea schiffornis, also known as the várzea mourner or greater schiffornis, is a species of bird that belongs to Tityridae family. It has traditionally been placed in the manakin family, but evidence strongly suggest that it is better placed in Tityridae, where it is now classified by SACC....
Where can I report a Varzea Schiffornis sighting?
You can log sightings of Varzea Schiffornis on eBird (ebird.org) using species code varsch1, or on iNaturalist.
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