About the Red-chested Flufftail
The red-chested flufftail is a species of bird in the family Sarothruridae. It is found in sub-Saharan Africa from Liberia to Ethiopia and south to South Africa.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes |
| Family | Flufftails (Sarothruridae) |
| Species | Sarothrura rufa |
| Species Codes | recflu1, RCFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-chested Flufftail belong to?
The Red-chested Flufftail (Sarothrura rufa) belongs to the Flufftails family (Sarothruridae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Red-chested Flufftail?
The red-chested flufftail is a species of bird in the family Sarothruridae. It is found in sub-Saharan Africa from Liberia to Ethiopia and south to South Africa....
Where can I report a Red-chested Flufftail sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-chested Flufftail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code recflu1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Gruiformes
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Quick Stats
Gruiformes
Order
15
Species in Family
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