About the Ribbon-tailed Astrapia
The Ribbon-tailed Astrapia (Astrapia mayeri) is a species of bird in the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 44 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ritast1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Birds-of-Paradise (Paradisaeidae) |
| Species | Astrapia mayeri |
| Species Codes | ritast1, RTAS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ribbon-tailed Astrapia belong to?
The Ribbon-tailed Astrapia (Astrapia mayeri) belongs to the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Ribbon-tailed Astrapia?
The Ribbon-tailed Astrapia is a member of the Birds-of-Paradise family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Ribbon-tailed Astrapia sighting?
You can log sightings of Ribbon-tailed Astrapia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ritast1, or on iNaturalist.