About the Fischer's Turaco
The Fischer's Turaco (Tauraco fischeri) is a species of bird in the Turacos family (Musophagidae), within the order Musophagiformes. This family contains 23 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code fistur1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Musophagiformes |
| Family | Turacos (Musophagidae) |
| Species | Tauraco fischeri |
| Species Codes | fistur1, FITU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fischer's Turaco belong to?
The Fischer's Turaco (Tauraco fischeri) belongs to the Turacos family (Musophagidae), in the order Musophagiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Fischer's Turaco?
The Fischer's Turaco is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Fischer's Turaco?
The Fischer's Turaco is a member of the Turacos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Fischer's Turaco sighting?
You can log sightings of Fischer's Turaco on eBird (ebird.org) using species code fistur1, or on iNaturalist.