About the Yellow-chinned Spinetail
The Yellow-chinned Spinetail (Certhiaxis cinnamomeus) 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 yecspi2 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 | Certhiaxis cinnamomeus |
| Species Codes | yecspi2, YCSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-chinned Spinetail belong to?
The Yellow-chinned Spinetail (Certhiaxis cinnamomeus) belongs to the Ovenbirds and Woodcreepers family (Furnariidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-chinned Spinetail?
The Yellow-chinned Spinetail 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 Yellow-chinned Spinetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-chinned Spinetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yecspi2, or on iNaturalist.