About the Point-tailed Palmcreeper
The Point-tailed Palmcreeper (Berlepschia rikeri) 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 potpal1 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 | Berlepschia rikeri |
| Species Codes | potpal1, PTPA, PALM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Point-tailed Palmcreeper belong to?
The Point-tailed Palmcreeper (Berlepschia rikeri) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Point-tailed Palmcreeper?
The Point-tailed Palmcreeper 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 Point-tailed Palmcreeper sighting?
You can log sightings of Point-tailed Palmcreeper on eBird (ebird.org) using species code potpal1, or on iNaturalist.