About the Rufous-banded Miner
The Rufous-banded Miner (Geositta rufipennis) 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 rubmin1 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 | Geositta rufipennis |
| Species Codes | rubmin1, RBMI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-banded Miner belong to?
The Rufous-banded Miner (Geositta rufipennis) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-banded Miner?
The Rufous-banded Miner 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-banded Miner sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-banded Miner on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rubmin1, or on iNaturalist.