About the Caribbean Elaenia
The Caribbean elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in the West Indies, in parts of Central America, and on islands just off the northern South American coast.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Elaenia martinica |
| Species Codes | carela1, CAEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Caribbean Elaenia belong to?
The Caribbean Elaenia (Elaenia martinica) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Caribbean Elaenia?
The Caribbean elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in the West Indies, in parts of Central America, and on islands just off the northern South American coast....
Where can I report a Caribbean Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Caribbean Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code carela1, or on iNaturalist.
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