About the Olivaceous Elaenia
The olivaceous elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Elaenia mesoleuca |
| Species Codes | oliela1, OLEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Olivaceous Elaenia belong to?
The Olivaceous Elaenia (Elaenia mesoleuca) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Olivaceous Elaenia?
The olivaceous elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay....
Where can I report a Olivaceous Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Olivaceous Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code oliela1, or on iNaturalist.
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