About the Pacific Flatbill
The Pacific Flatbill (Rhynchocyclus pacificus) 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 pacfla1 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 | Rhynchocyclus pacificus |
| Species Codes | pacfla1, PAFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pacific Flatbill belong to?
The Pacific Flatbill (Rhynchocyclus pacificus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Pacific Flatbill?
The Pacific Flatbill 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 Flatbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Pacific Flatbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pacfla1, or on iNaturalist.