About the Foothill Elaenia
The Foothill Elaenia (Myiopagis olallai) 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 fooela1 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 | Myiopagis olallai |
| Species Codes | fooela1, FOEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Foothill Elaenia belong to?
The Foothill Elaenia (Myiopagis olallai) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Foothill Elaenia?
The Foothill 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 Foothill Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Foothill Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code fooela1, or on iNaturalist.