About the Pileated Flycatcher
The pileated flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is endemic to Mexico.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Xenotriccus mexicanus |
| Species Codes | pilfly1, PILF, PIFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pileated Flycatcher belong to?
The Pileated Flycatcher (Xenotriccus mexicanus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Pileated Flycatcher?
The pileated flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is endemic to Mexico....
Where can I report a Pileated Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Pileated Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pilfly1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
81
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