Grey-headed Elaenia

Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura 👁 193 views Updated 2026-11-01

Grey-headed Elaenia (<em>Myiopagis caniceps</em>) is a species of Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura (<em>Tyrannidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Grey-headed Elaenia (Myiopagis caniceps) is a species of Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura (Tyrannidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Myiopagis; binomial: Myiopagis caniceps; authority: (Swainson, 1835).

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Change English name of Grey Elaenia Myiopagis caniceps to Grey-headed Elaenia with the three-way split of the parent species.

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