About the Small-billed Elaenia
The small-billed elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in every mainland South American country except Chile, plus Aruba and Trinidad.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Elaenia parvirostris |
| Species Codes | smbela1, SBEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Small-billed Elaenia belong to?
The Small-billed Elaenia (Elaenia parvirostris) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Small-billed Elaenia?
The small-billed elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in every mainland South American country except Chile, plus Aruba and Trinidad....
Where can I report a Small-billed Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Small-billed Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code smbela1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
442
Species in Family
2,108
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