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Masked Tityra

Tityra semifasciata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Tityridae ›Genus: Tityra

About

The masked tityra (Tityra semifasciata) is a medium-sized passerine bird. It has traditionally been placed in the cotinga or the tyrant flycatcher family, but evidence strongly suggests that it is better placed in Tityridae, where now placed by SACC.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Masked Tityra?
The scientific name of Masked Tityra is Tityra semifasciata.
What is the conservation status of Masked Tityra?
The Masked Tityra has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Masked Tityra belong to?
Masked Tityra belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Masked Tityra belong to?
Masked Tityra belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Masked Tityra belong to?
Masked Tityra belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Masked Tityra belong to?
Masked Tityra belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Masked Tityra belong to?
Masked Tityra belongs to the family Tityridae.
What genus does Masked Tityra belong to?
Masked Tityra belongs to the genus Tityra.