About the Large-tailed Antshrike
The Large-tailed Antshrike (Mackenziaena leachii) is a species of bird in the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 238 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code latant1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Typical Antbirds (Thamnophilidae) |
| Species | Mackenziaena leachii |
| Species Codes | latant1, LTAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Large-tailed Antshrike belong to?
The Large-tailed Antshrike (Mackenziaena leachii) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Large-tailed Antshrike?
The Large-tailed Antshrike is a member of the Typical Antbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Large-tailed Antshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Large-tailed Antshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code latant1, or on iNaturalist.