About the Blue Mountain Elaenia
The Blue Mountain Elaenia (Elaenia fallax) 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 graela3 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 | Elaenia fallax |
| Species Codes | graela3, GAEL, BMEL, LJEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue Mountain Elaenia belong to?
The Blue Mountain Elaenia (Elaenia fallax) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Blue Mountain Elaenia?
The Blue Mountain Elaenia 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 Blue Mountain Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue Mountain Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code graela3, or on iNaturalist.
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