About the Black-and-white Antbird
The Black-and-white Antbird (Myrmochanes hemileucus) 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 bawant1 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 | Myrmochanes hemileucus |
| Species Codes | bawant1, BAWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-and-white Antbird belong to?
The Black-and-white Antbird (Myrmochanes hemileucus) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-and-white Antbird?
The Black-and-white Antbird 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 Black-and-white Antbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-and-white Antbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bawant1, or on iNaturalist.