About the Spotted Fantail
The Spotted Fantail (Rhipidura perlata) 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 spofan1 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 perlata |
| Species Codes | spofan1, SPFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spotted Fantail belong to?
The Spotted Fantail (Rhipidura perlata) belongs to the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Spotted Fantail?
The Spotted 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 Spotted Fantail sighting?
You can log sightings of Spotted Fantail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spofan1, 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
4,231
iNat Observations
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