About the Sooty-crowned Flycatcher
The Sooty-crowned Flycatcher (Myiarchus phaeocephalus) 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 socfly2 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 | Myiarchus phaeocephalus |
| Species Codes | socfly2, SCFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty-crowned Flycatcher belong to?
The Sooty-crowned Flycatcher (Myiarchus phaeocephalus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sooty-crowned Flycatcher?
The Sooty-crowned 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 Sooty-crowned Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty-crowned Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code socfly2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tyrant Flycatchers 442 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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