About the Rufous-backed Treehunter
The Rufous-backed Treehunter (Thripadectes scrutator) 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 rubtre1 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 | Thripadectes scrutator |
| Species Codes | rubtre1, RBTR, PETR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-backed Treehunter belong to?
The Rufous-backed Treehunter (Thripadectes scrutator) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-backed Treehunter?
The Rufous-backed Treehunter 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 Rufous-backed Treehunter sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-backed Treehunter on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rubtre1, or on iNaturalist.