Lesser Elaenia (Elaenia chiriquensis) — Least Concern Aves

Lesser Elaenia

Elaenia chiriquensis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Tyrannidae

About

The lesser elaenia is a species of bird in subfamily Elaeniinae of family Tyrannidae, the tyrant flycatchers. It is found in Costa Rica, Panama, on Trinidad, in every mainland South American country except Chile and Uruguay, and as a vagrant on Bonaire and Curaçao.

Fun Fact

The lesser elaenia has two subspecies, the nominate E.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on insects and berries; the latter apparently dominates in central Brazil.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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