About the Plain-crested Elaenia
The plain-crested elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Elaenia cristata |
| Species Codes | plcela1, PCEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plain-crested Elaenia belong to?
The Plain-crested Elaenia (Elaenia cristata) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Plain-crested Elaenia?
The plain-crested elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Plain-crested Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Plain-crested Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code plcela1, or on iNaturalist.
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