About the Black-throated Thistletail
The Black-throated Thistletail (Asthenes harterti) is a species of bird in the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 321 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bltthi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers (Furnariidae) |
| Species | Asthenes harterti |
| Species Codes | bltthi1, BTTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-throated Thistletail belong to?
The Black-throated Thistletail (Asthenes harterti) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-throated Thistletail?
The Black-throated Thistletail is a member of the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-throated Thistletail sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-throated Thistletail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bltthi1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers 321 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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