About the Brownish Elaenia
The Brownish Elaenia (Elaenia pelzelni) 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 broela1 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 pelzelni |
| Species Codes | broela1, BREL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brownish Elaenia belong to?
The Brownish Elaenia (Elaenia pelzelni) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brownish Elaenia?
The Brownish 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 Brownish Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Brownish Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code broela1, or on iNaturalist.