About the Olive Spinetail
The Olive Spinetail (Cranioleuca obsoleta) 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 olispi1 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 | Cranioleuca obsoleta |
| Species Codes | olispi1, OLSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Olive Spinetail belong to?
The Olive Spinetail (Cranioleuca obsoleta) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Olive Spinetail?
The Olive Spinetail 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 Olive Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Olive Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code olispi1, or on iNaturalist.