About the Black-throated Antshrike
The Black-throated Antshrike (Frederickena viridis) 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 bltant3 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 | Frederickena viridis |
| Species Codes | bltant3, BTAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-throated Antshrike belong to?
The Black-throated Antshrike (Frederickena viridis) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-throated Antshrike?
The Black-throated 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-throated Antshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-throated Antshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bltant3, or on iNaturalist.