About the Black-bellied Antwren
The Black-bellied Antwren (Formicivora melanogaster) 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 blbant2 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 | Formicivora melanogaster |
| Species Codes | blbant2, BBAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-bellied Antwren belong to?
The Black-bellied Antwren (Formicivora melanogaster) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-bellied Antwren?
The Black-bellied 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 Black-bellied Antwren sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-bellied Antwren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blbant2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Typical Antbirds 238 species
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