About the Malaita Fantail
The Malaita Fantail (Rhipidura malaitae) is a species of bird in the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 64 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code malfan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fantails (Rhipiduridae) |
| Species | Rhipidura malaitae |
| Species Codes | malfan1, MAFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Malaita Fantail belong to?
The Malaita Fantail (Rhipidura malaitae) belongs to the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Malaita Fantail?
The Malaita Fantail is a member of the Fantails family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Malaita Fantail sighting?
You can log sightings of Malaita Fantail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code malfan1, or on iNaturalist.