About the Moustached Antwren
The Moustached Antwren (Myrmotherula ignota) 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 mouant 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 | Myrmotherula ignota |
| Species Codes | mouant, MOAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Moustached Antwren belong to?
The Moustached Antwren (Myrmotherula ignota) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Moustached Antwren?
The Moustached Antwren 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 Moustached Antwren sighting?
You can log sightings of Moustached Antwren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mouant, or on iNaturalist.