About the Giant Antshrike
The Giant Antshrike (Batara cinerea) is a species of bird in the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 238 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code giaant2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Typical Antbirds (Thamnophilidae) |
| Species | Batara cinerea |
| Species Codes | giaant2, GIAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Giant Antshrike belong to?
The Giant Antshrike (Batara cinerea) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Giant Antshrike?
The Giant Antshrike is a member of the Typical Antbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Giant Antshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Giant Antshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code giaant2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Typical Antbirds 238 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
238
Species in Family
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