About the Rufous-faced Antbird
The Rufous-faced Antbird (Myrmelastes rufifacies) 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 rufant4 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 | Myrmelastes rufifacies |
| Species Codes | rufant4, RFAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-faced Antbird belong to?
The Rufous-faced Antbird (Myrmelastes rufifacies) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-faced Antbird?
The Rufous-faced Antbird 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 Rufous-faced Antbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-faced Antbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rufant4, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Typical Antbirds 238 species
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