About the Pacific Elaenia
The Pacific Elaenia (Myiopagis subplacens) 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 pacela1 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 | Myiopagis subplacens |
| Species Codes | pacela1, PAEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pacific Elaenia belong to?
The Pacific Elaenia (Myiopagis subplacens) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Pacific Elaenia?
The Pacific 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 Pacific Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Pacific Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pacela1, or on iNaturalist.