About the Yellow-bellied Elaenia
The Yellow-bellied Elaenia (Elaenia flavogaster) 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 yebela1 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 | Elaenia flavogaster |
| Species Codes | yebela1, YBEL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-bellied Elaenia belong to?
The Yellow-bellied Elaenia (Elaenia flavogaster) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-bellied Elaenia?
The Yellow-bellied Elaenia 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 Yellow-bellied Elaenia sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-bellied Elaenia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yebela1, or on iNaturalist.