About the Mottle-backed Elaenia
The mottle-backed elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Elaenia gigas |
| Species Codes | mobela1, MBEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mottle-backed Elaenia belong to?
The Mottle-backed Elaenia (Elaenia gigas) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mottle-backed Elaenia?
The mottle-backed elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru....
Where can I report a Mottle-backed Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Mottle-backed Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mobela1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
90
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