About the Black-backed Antshrike
The black-backed antshrike is a species of bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the "typical antbirds". It is found in Colombia and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Typical Antbirds (Thamnophilidae) |
| Species | Thamnophilus melanonotus |
| Species Codes | blbant1, BBAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-backed Antshrike belong to?
The Black-backed Antshrike (Thamnophilus melanonotus) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-backed Antshrike?
The black-backed antshrike is a species of bird in subfamily Thamnophilinae of family Thamnophilidae, the \"typical antbirds\". It is found in Colombia and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Black-backed Antshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-backed Antshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blbant1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
238
Species in Family
66
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