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Chilean Elaenia
Elaenia chilensis
Chilean Elaenia (Elaenia chilensis) — Songbirds & Perching Birds of South America.
The Chilean Elaenia (Elaenia chilensis) is a member of the Tyrannidae family found in South America.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Tyrannidae Tyrant Flycatchers, Calyptura
- Genus Elaenia
- Species chilensis
Quick facts
- Family
- Tyrannidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Chilean Elaenia (Elaenia chilensis) belongs to the Tyrannidae family of the order Passeriformes. It occurs naturally across South America. Its distribution covers SA s Bolivia to s Argentina and Chile.
Songs & calls
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Chilean Elaenia live?
The Chilean Elaenia is found across South America with a range covering SA s Bolivia to s Argentina and Chile.
What family does the Chilean Elaenia belong to?
The Chilean Elaenia (Elaenia chilensis) belongs to the Tyrannidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
What sound does the Chilean Elaenia make?
1 real field recording of the Chilean Elaenia — including its call — can be played in the Songs & calls section on this page, credited to the recordist who captured it.
Conservation
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