About the Yellow-green Tyrannulet
The Yellow-green Tyrannulet (Phylloscartes flavovirens) 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 yegtyr1 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 | Phylloscartes flavovirens |
| Species Codes | yegtyr1, YGTY, PATY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-green Tyrannulet belong to?
The Yellow-green Tyrannulet (Phylloscartes flavovirens) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-green Tyrannulet?
The Yellow-green 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-green Tyrannulet sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-green Tyrannulet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yegtyr1, or on iNaturalist.