About the Long-winged Antwren
The Long-winged Antwren (Myrmotherula longipennis) 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 lowant1 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 | Myrmotherula longipennis |
| Species Codes | lowant1, LWAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-winged Antwren belong to?
The Long-winged Antwren (Myrmotherula longipennis) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Long-winged Antwren?
The Long-winged Antwren 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 Long-winged Antwren sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-winged Antwren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lowant1, or on iNaturalist.