About the Red-faced Spinetail
The Red-faced Spinetail (Cranioleuca erythrops) 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 refspi1 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 erythrops |
| Species Codes | refspi1, RFSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-faced Spinetail belong to?
The Red-faced Spinetail (Cranioleuca erythrops) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-faced Spinetail?
The Red-faced 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 Red-faced Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-faced Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code refspi1, or on iNaturalist.