About the Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager
The Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager (Driophlox atrimaxillaris) is a species of bird in the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 52 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bcatan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cardinals and Allies (Cardinalidae) |
| Species | Driophlox atrimaxillaris |
| Species Codes | bcatan1, BCAT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager belong to?
The Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager (Driophlox atrimaxillaris) belongs to the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager?
The Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager is a member of the Cardinals and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-cheeked Ant-Tanager on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bcatan1, or on iNaturalist.