About the Black-headed Paradise-Flycatcher
The Black-headed Paradise-Flycatcher (Terpsiphone rufiventer) is a species of bird in the Monarch Flycatchers family (Monarchidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 105 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bhpfly1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Monarch Flycatchers (Monarchidae) |
| Species | Terpsiphone rufiventer |
| Species Codes | bhpfly1, RBPF, BHPF |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-headed Paradise-Flycatcher belong to?
The Black-headed Paradise-Flycatcher (Terpsiphone rufiventer) belongs to the Monarch Flycatchers family (Monarchidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-headed Paradise-Flycatcher?
The Black-headed Paradise-Flycatcher is a member of the Monarch Flycatchers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-headed Paradise-Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-headed Paradise-Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bhpfly1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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