About the Black Thicket-Fantail
The black thicket fantail is a species of bird in the family Rhipiduridae. It is found in the Aru Islands and New Guinea. This species is one of 47 in the genus Rhipidura.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fantails (Rhipiduridae) |
| Species | Rhipidura maculipectus |
| Species Codes | bltfan1, BTFA, BLTF |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Thicket-Fantail belong to?
The Black Thicket-Fantail (Rhipidura maculipectus) belongs to the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black Thicket-Fantail?
The black thicket fantail is a species of bird in the family Rhipiduridae. It is found in the Aru Islands and New Guinea. This species is one of 47 in the genus Rhipidura....
Where can I report a Black Thicket-Fantail sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Thicket-Fantail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bltfan1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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Species in Family
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