About the Great Elaenia
The Great Elaenia (Elaenia dayi) 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 greela1 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 dayi |
| Species Codes | greela1, GREL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Elaenia belong to?
The Great Elaenia (Elaenia dayi) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Great Elaenia?
The Great 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 Great Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code greela1, or on iNaturalist.