About the Pearly Antshrike
The Pearly Antshrike (Megastictus margaritatus) 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 peaant1 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 | Megastictus margaritatus |
| Species Codes | peaant1, PEAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pearly Antshrike belong to?
The Pearly Antshrike (Megastictus margaritatus) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Pearly Antshrike?
The Pearly 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 Pearly Antshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Pearly Antshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code peaant1, or on iNaturalist.