About the Great Antpitta
The Great Antpitta (Grallaria excelsa) is a species of bird in the Antpittas family (Grallariidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 70 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code greant2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Antpittas (Grallariidae) |
| Species | Grallaria excelsa |
| Species Codes | greant2, GRAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Antpitta belong to?
The Great Antpitta (Grallaria excelsa) belongs to the Antpittas family (Grallariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Great Antpitta?
The Great Antpitta is a member of the Antpittas family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Great Antpitta sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Antpitta on eBird (ebird.org) using species code greant2, or on iNaturalist.