About the Short-crested Flycatcher
The short-crested flycatcher is a species of bird in the tyrant flycatcher family Tyrannidae. It is found in every mainland South American country except Chile.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Myiarchus ferox |
| Species Codes | shcfly1, SCFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-crested Flycatcher belong to?
The Short-crested Flycatcher (Myiarchus ferox) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Short-crested Flycatcher?
The short-crested flycatcher is a species of bird in the tyrant flycatcher family Tyrannidae. It is found in every mainland South American country except Chile....
Where can I report a Short-crested Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-crested Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shcfly1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
2,320
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