About the Western Chat-Tanager
The western chat-tanager is a Vulnerable species of passerine bird belonging to the family Calyptophilidae. It is endemic to the island of Hispaniola which is shared by the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Chat-Tanagers (Calyptophilidae) |
| Species | Calyptophilus tertius |
| Species Codes | wectan1, WECT, WCTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Chat-Tanager belong to?
The Western Chat-Tanager (Calyptophilus tertius) belongs to the Chat-Tanagers family (Calyptophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Chat-Tanager?
The western chat-tanager is a Vulnerable species of passerine bird belonging to the family Calyptophilidae. It is endemic to the island of Hispaniola which is shared by the Dominican Republic and Haiti....
Where can I report a Western Chat-Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Chat-Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wectan1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
2
Species in Family
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