About the Band-tailed Antwren
The Band-tailed Antwren (Myrmotherula urosticta) 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 batant3 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 urosticta |
| Species Codes | batant3, BTAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Band-tailed Antwren belong to?
The Band-tailed Antwren (Myrmotherula urosticta) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Band-tailed Antwren?
The Band-tailed 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 Band-tailed Antwren sighting?
You can log sightings of Band-tailed Antwren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code batant3, or on iNaturalist.