About the Black-crowned Antshrike
The Black-crowned Antshrike (Thamnophilus atrinucha) 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 wesant1 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 atrinucha |
| Species Codes | wesant1, BCAS, BCAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-crowned Antshrike belong to?
The Black-crowned Antshrike (Thamnophilus atrinucha) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-crowned Antshrike?
The Black-crowned 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 Black-crowned Antshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-crowned Antshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wesant1, or on iNaturalist.