Plain-crested Elaenia

Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura 👁 270 views Updated 2026-11-01

Plain-crested Elaenia (<em>Elaenia cristata</em>) is a species of Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura (<em>Tyrannidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Plain-crested Elaenia (Elaenia cristata) is a species of Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura (Tyrannidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Elaenia; binomial: Elaenia cristata; authority: Pelzeln, 1868.

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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