About the Shining Drongo
The shining drongo is a species of bird in the family Dicruridae. It is native to the African tropical rainforest.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Drongos (Dicruridae) |
| Species | Dicrurus atripennis |
| Species Codes | shidro1, SHDR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Shining Drongo belong to?
The Shining Drongo (Dicrurus atripennis) belongs to the Drongos family (Dicruridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Shining Drongo?
The shining drongo is a species of bird in the family Dicruridae. It is native to the African tropical rainforest....
Where can I report a Shining Drongo sighting?
You can log sightings of Shining Drongo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shidro1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
28
Species in Family
60
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