About the Polynesian Triller
The Polynesian triller is a passerine bird belonging to the triller genus Lalage in the cuckoo-shrike family Campephagidae. It has numerous subspecies distributed across the islands of the south-west Pacific.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cuckooshrikes (Campephagidae) |
| Species | Lalage maculosa |
| Species Codes | poltri1, POTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Polynesian Triller belong to?
The Polynesian Triller (Lalage maculosa) belongs to the Cuckooshrikes family (Campephagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Polynesian Triller?
The Polynesian triller is a passerine bird belonging to the triller genus Lalage in the cuckoo-shrike family Campephagidae. It has numerous subspecies distributed across the islands of the south-west Pacific....
Where can I report a Polynesian Triller sighting?
You can log sightings of Polynesian Triller on eBird (ebird.org) using species code poltri1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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Species in Family
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