About the Western Tanager
The western tanager is a medium-sized American songbird. Formerly placed in the tanager family (Thraupidae), it and other members of its genus are classified in the cardinal family (Cardinalidae). The species' plumage and vocalizations are similar to other members of the cardinal family.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cardinals and Allies (Cardinalidae) |
| Species | Piranga ludoviciana |
| Species Codes | westan, WETA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Tanager belong to?
The Western Tanager (Piranga ludoviciana) belongs to the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Tanager?
The western tanager is a medium-sized American songbird. Formerly placed in the tanager family (Thraupidae), it and other members of its genus are classified in the cardinal family (Cardinalidae). The species' plumage and vocalizations are similar to other members of the cardinal family....
Where can I report a Western Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code westan, or on iNaturalist.
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