About the Forest Elaenia
The Forest Elaenia (Myiopagis gaimardii) 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 forela1 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 gaimardii |
| Species Codes | forela1, FOEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Forest Elaenia belong to?
The Forest Elaenia (Myiopagis gaimardii) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Forest Elaenia?
The Forest 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 Forest Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Forest Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code forela1, or on iNaturalist.