About the Say's Phoebe
The Say's Phoebe (Sayornis saya) 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 saypho 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 | Sayornis saya |
| Species Codes | saypho, SAPH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Say's Phoebe belong to?
The Say's Phoebe (Sayornis saya) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Say's Phoebe?
The Say's Phoebe 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 Say's Phoebe sighting?
You can log sightings of Say's Phoebe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code saypho, or on iNaturalist.