About the Variegated Flycatcher
The variegated flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found on Trinidad and in every mainland South American country except Chile. In addition it has been documented as a vagrant in several U.S. states and the Canadian province of Ontario.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Empidonomus varius |
| Species Codes | varfly, VAFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Variegated Flycatcher belong to?
The Variegated Flycatcher (Empidonomus varius) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Variegated Flycatcher?
The variegated flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found on Trinidad and in every mainland South American country except Chile. In addition it has been documented as a vagrant in several U.S. states and the Canadian province of Ontario....
Where can I report a Variegated Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Variegated Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code varfly, or on iNaturalist.
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