About the Common Miner
The Common Miner (Geositta cunicularia) is a species of bird in the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 321 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code commin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers (Furnariidae) |
| Species | Geositta cunicularia |
| Species Codes | commin1, COMI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Miner belong to?
The Common Miner (Geositta cunicularia) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Common Miner?
The Common Miner is a member of the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Common Miner sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Miner on eBird (ebird.org) using species code commin1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers 321 species
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