About the Greater Thornbird
The Greater Thornbird (Phacellodomus ruber) 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 gretho2 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 | Phacellodomus ruber |
| Species Codes | gretho2, GRTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Greater Thornbird belong to?
The Greater Thornbird (Phacellodomus ruber) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Greater Thornbird?
The Greater Thornbird 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 Greater Thornbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Greater Thornbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gretho2, or on iNaturalist.