About the Brown-capped Fantail
The Brown-capped Fantail (Rhipidura diluta) 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 brcfan1 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 diluta |
| Species Codes | brcfan1, BCFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-capped Fantail belong to?
The Brown-capped Fantail (Rhipidura diluta) belongs to the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown-capped Fantail?
The Brown-capped 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 Brown-capped Fantail sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-capped Fantail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brcfan1, 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
16
iNat Observations
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