About the Atlantic Royal Flycatcher
The Atlantic Royal Flycatcher (Onychorhynchus swainsoni) is a species of bird in the Royal Flycatchers and Allies family (Onychorhynchidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 7 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code royfly5 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Royal Flycatchers and Allies (Onychorhynchidae) |
| Species | Onychorhynchus swainsoni |
| Species Codes | royfly5, ROFL, ARFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Atlantic Royal Flycatcher belong to?
The Atlantic Royal Flycatcher (Onychorhynchus swainsoni) belongs to the Royal Flycatchers and Allies family (Onychorhynchidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Atlantic Royal Flycatcher?
The Atlantic Royal Flycatcher is a member of the Royal Flycatchers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Atlantic Royal Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Atlantic Royal Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code royfly5, or on iNaturalist.