About the Band-tailed Earthcreeper
The Band-tailed Earthcreeper (Ochetorhynchus phoenicurus) 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 batear1 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 | Ochetorhynchus phoenicurus |
| Species Codes | batear1, BTEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Band-tailed Earthcreeper belong to?
The Band-tailed Earthcreeper (Ochetorhynchus phoenicurus) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Band-tailed Earthcreeper?
The Band-tailed Earthcreeper 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 Band-tailed Earthcreeper sighting?
You can log sightings of Band-tailed Earthcreeper on eBird (ebird.org) using species code batear1, or on iNaturalist.