About the Band-tailed Antbird
The Band-tailed Antbird (Hypocnemoides maculicauda) is a species of bird in the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 238 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code batant1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Typical Antbirds (Thamnophilidae) |
| Species | Hypocnemoides maculicauda |
| Species Codes | batant1, BTAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Band-tailed Antbird belong to?
The Band-tailed Antbird (Hypocnemoides maculicauda) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Band-tailed Antbird?
The Band-tailed Antbird is a member of the Typical Antbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Band-tailed Antbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Band-tailed Antbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code batant1, or on iNaturalist.