About the Short-billed Miner
The Short-billed Miner (Geositta antarctica) 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 shbmin1 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 antarctica |
| Species Codes | shbmin1, SBMI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-billed Miner belong to?
The Short-billed Miner (Geositta antarctica) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Short-billed Miner?
The Short-billed 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 Short-billed Miner sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-billed Miner on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shbmin1, or on iNaturalist.