About the Cordilleran Canastero
The Cordilleran Canastero (Asthenes modesta) 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 corcan1 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 modesta |
| Species Codes | corcan1, COCA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cordilleran Canastero belong to?
The Cordilleran Canastero (Asthenes modesta) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Cordilleran Canastero?
The Cordilleran Canastero 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 Cordilleran Canastero sighting?
You can log sightings of Cordilleran Canastero on eBird (ebird.org) using species code corcan1, or on iNaturalist.