About the Yellow-crowned Tyrannulet
The Yellow-crowned Tyrannulet (Tyrannulus elatus) is a species of bird in the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 442 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code yectyr1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Tyrannulus elatus |
| Species Codes | yectyr1, YCTY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-crowned Tyrannulet belong to?
The Yellow-crowned Tyrannulet (Tyrannulus elatus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-crowned Tyrannulet?
The Yellow-crowned Tyrannulet is a member of the Tyrant Flycatchers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Yellow-crowned Tyrannulet sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-crowned Tyrannulet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yectyr1, or on iNaturalist.