About the Olive-crowned Crescentchest
The Olive-crowned Crescentchest (Melanopareia maximiliani) is a species of bird in the Crescentchests family (Melanopareiidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 4 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code olccre1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Crescentchests (Melanopareiidae) |
| Species | Melanopareia maximiliani |
| Species Codes | olccre1, OCCR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Olive-crowned Crescentchest belong to?
The Olive-crowned Crescentchest (Melanopareia maximiliani) belongs to the Crescentchests family (Melanopareiidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Olive-crowned Crescentchest?
The Olive-crowned Crescentchest is a member of the Crescentchests family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Olive-crowned Crescentchest sighting?
You can log sightings of Olive-crowned Crescentchest on eBird (ebird.org) using species code olccre1, or on iNaturalist.