About the Taveuni Silktail
The Taveuni silktail is a species of bird endemic to Fiji. This beautiful bird looks superficially like a diminutive bird-of-paradise but it is actually closely related to the fantails.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fantails (Rhipiduridae) |
| Species | Lamprolia victoriae |
| Species Codes | silkta2, TASI |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Taveuni Silktail belong to?
The Taveuni Silktail (Lamprolia victoriae) belongs to the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Taveuni Silktail?
The Taveuni Silktail is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Taveuni Silktail?
The Taveuni silktail is a species of bird endemic to Fiji. This beautiful bird looks superficially like a diminutive bird-of-paradise but it is actually closely related to the fantails....
Where can I report a Taveuni Silktail sighting?
You can log sightings of Taveuni Silktail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code silkta2, or on iNaturalist.
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