Genus Thamnophilus is a group of birds commonly known as antbirds, belonging to the family Thamnophilidae. Other synonyms for this genus include bushbird, bush-antbird, and thicket-antbird. These birds are primarily found in South America, living in dense forests and feeding on small insects and other arthropods. Some common species within the genus Thamnophilus include the black-crowned antshrike, the castelnau's antshrike, and the sooty antbird. With their distinctive plumage and unique behaviors, antbirds are fascinating creatures that continue to capture the interest of bird enthusiasts around the world.