About the Great Rufous Woodcreeper
The Great Rufous Woodcreeper (Xiphocolaptes major) 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 grrwoo1 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 | Xiphocolaptes major |
| Species Codes | grrwoo1, GRWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Rufous Woodcreeper belong to?
The Great Rufous Woodcreeper (Xiphocolaptes major) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Great Rufous Woodcreeper?
The Great Rufous Woodcreeper 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 Great Rufous Woodcreeper sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Rufous Woodcreeper on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grrwoo1, or on iNaturalist.