About the Band-tailed Antshrike
The Band-tailed Antshrike (Thamnophilus melanothorax) 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 batant2 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 | Thamnophilus melanothorax |
| Species Codes | batant2, BTAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Band-tailed Antshrike belong to?
The Band-tailed Antshrike (Thamnophilus melanothorax) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Band-tailed Antshrike?
The Band-tailed 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 Band-tailed Antshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Band-tailed Antshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code batant2, or on iNaturalist.