About the Rufous-fronted Thornbird
The Rufous-fronted Thornbird (Phacellodomus rufifrons) 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 ruftho1 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 | Phacellodomus rufifrons |
| Species Codes | ruftho1, RFTH, PFTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-fronted Thornbird belong to?
The Rufous-fronted Thornbird (Phacellodomus rufifrons) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-fronted Thornbird?
The Rufous-fronted Thornbird 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-fronted Thornbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-fronted Thornbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruftho1, or on iNaturalist.