About the Rufous-tailed Fantail
The Rufous-tailed Fantail (Rhipidura phoenicura) 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 rutfan1 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 phoenicura |
| Species Codes | rutfan1, RTFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-tailed Fantail belong to?
The Rufous-tailed Fantail (Rhipidura phoenicura) belongs to the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-tailed Fantail?
The Rufous-tailed 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 Rufous-tailed Fantail sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-tailed Fantail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rutfan1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Fantails 64 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
64
Species in Family
71
iNat Observations
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