About the Russet Antshrike
The Russet Antshrike (Thamnistes anabatinus) 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 rusant1 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 | Thamnistes anabatinus |
| Species Codes | rusant1, RUAN, ERAN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Russet Antshrike belong to?
The Russet Antshrike (Thamnistes anabatinus) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Russet Antshrike?
The Russet Antshrike 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 Russet Antshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Russet Antshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rusant1, or on iNaturalist.