About the Great Xenops
The Great Xenops (Megaxenops parnaguae) 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 grexen1 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 | Megaxenops parnaguae |
| Species Codes | grexen1, GRXE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Xenops belong to?
The Great Xenops (Megaxenops parnaguae) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Great Xenops?
The Great Xenops 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 Xenops sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Xenops on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grexen1, or on iNaturalist.