About the Black-faced Antbird
The Black-faced Antbird (Myrmoborus myotherinus) 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 blfant2 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 | Myrmoborus myotherinus |
| Species Codes | blfant2, BFAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-faced Antbird belong to?
The Black-faced Antbird (Myrmoborus myotherinus) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-faced Antbird?
The Black-faced 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-faced Antbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-faced Antbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blfant2, or on iNaturalist.