About the Brownish Elaenia
The brownish elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Peru, and possibly Colombia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Elaenia pelzelni |
| Species Codes | broela1, BREL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brownish Elaenia belong to?
The Brownish Elaenia (Elaenia pelzelni) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brownish Elaenia?
The brownish elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Peru, and possibly Colombia....
Where can I report a Brownish Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Brownish Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code broela1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
19
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