About the Pine Flycatcher
The Pine Flycatcher (Empidonax affinis) 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 pinfly1 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 | Empidonax affinis |
| Species Codes | pinfly1, PINF, PIFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pine Flycatcher belong to?
The Pine Flycatcher (Empidonax affinis) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Pine Flycatcher?
The Pine Flycatcher 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 Pine Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Pine Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pinfly1, or on iNaturalist.