About the Dark-winged Miner
The Dark-winged Miner (Geositta saxicolina) 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 dawmin1 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 saxicolina |
| Species Codes | dawmin1, DWMI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Dark-winged Miner belong to?
The Dark-winged Miner (Geositta saxicolina) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Dark-winged Miner?
The Dark-winged 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 Dark-winged Miner sighting?
You can log sightings of Dark-winged Miner on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dawmin1, or on iNaturalist.