About the Black Antshrike
The black antshrike is a species of insectivorous bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Colombia and Panama.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Typical Antbirds (Thamnophilidae) |
| Species | Thamnophilus nigriceps |
| Species Codes | blaant1, BLAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Antshrike belong to?
The Black Antshrike (Thamnophilus nigriceps) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black Antshrike?
The black antshrike is a species of insectivorous bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the \"typical antbirds\". It is found in Colombia and Panama....
Where can I report a Black Antshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Antshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blaant1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
238
Species in Family
1,792
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