About the Rufous-crowned Elaenia
The rufous-crowned elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Elaenia ruficeps |
| Species Codes | rucela1, RCEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-crowned Elaenia belong to?
The Rufous-crowned Elaenia (Elaenia ruficeps) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-crowned Elaenia?
The rufous-crowned elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Rufous-crowned Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-crowned Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rucela1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
38
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