About the Red-tailed Shrike
The red-tailed shrike or Turkestan shrike is a member of the shrike family (Laniidae). It was formerly considered conspecific with the isabelline shrike and the red-backed shrike.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Shrikes (Laniidae) |
| Species | Lanius phoenicuroides |
| Species Codes | rutshr2, RTSH, TUSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-tailed Shrike belong to?
The Red-tailed Shrike (Lanius phoenicuroides) belongs to the Shrikes family (Laniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-tailed Shrike?
The red-tailed shrike or Turkestan shrike is a member of the shrike family (Laniidae). It was formerly considered conspecific with the isabelline shrike and the red-backed shrike....
Where can I report a Red-tailed Shrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-tailed Shrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rutshr2, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
34
Species in Family
1,077
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