About the Lemon-chested Greenlet
The Lemon-chested Greenlet (Hylophilus thoracicus) is a species of bird in the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code lecgre2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis (Vireonidae) |
| Species | Hylophilus thoracicus |
| Species Codes | lecgre2, RDJC, LCGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lemon-chested Greenlet belong to?
The Lemon-chested Greenlet (Hylophilus thoracicus) belongs to the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Lemon-chested Greenlet?
The Lemon-chested Greenlet is a member of the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Lemon-chested Greenlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Lemon-chested Greenlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lecgre2, or on iNaturalist.