About the Black Manakin
The Black Manakin (Xenopipo atronitens) is a species of bird in the Manakins family (Pipridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 55 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blaman1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Manakins (Pipridae) |
| Species | Xenopipo atronitens |
| Species Codes | blaman1, BLMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Manakin belong to?
The Black Manakin (Xenopipo atronitens) belongs to the Manakins family (Pipridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black Manakin?
The Black Manakin is a member of the Manakins family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black Manakin sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Manakin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blaman1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Manakins 55 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
55
Species in Family
66
iNat Observations
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