About the Mountain Elaenia
The Mountain Elaenia (Elaenia frantzii) 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 mouela1 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 frantzii |
| Species Codes | mouela1, MOEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Elaenia belong to?
The Mountain Elaenia (Elaenia frantzii) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Elaenia?
The Mountain 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 Mountain Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mouela1, or on iNaturalist.