About the White-bellied Drongo
The White-bellied Drongo (Dicrurus caerulescens) is a species of bird in the Drongos family (Dicruridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 28 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code whbdro1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Drongos (Dicruridae) |
| Species | Dicrurus caerulescens |
| Species Codes | whbdro1, WBDR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-bellied Drongo belong to?
The White-bellied Drongo (Dicrurus caerulescens) belongs to the Drongos family (Dicruridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-bellied Drongo?
The White-bellied Drongo is a member of the Drongos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a White-bellied Drongo sighting?
You can log sightings of White-bellied Drongo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbdro1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Drongos 28 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
28
Species in Family
2,054
iNat Observations
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