About the Mouse-colored Antshrike
The Mouse-colored Antshrike (Thamnophilus murinus) 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 mocant1 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 | Thamnophilus murinus |
| Species Codes | mocant1, MCAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mouse-colored Antshrike belong to?
The Mouse-colored Antshrike (Thamnophilus murinus) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mouse-colored Antshrike?
The Mouse-colored 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 Mouse-colored Antshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Mouse-colored Antshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mocant1, or on iNaturalist.