About the Fork-tailed Drongo
The Fork-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus adsimilis) 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 fotdro5 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 adsimilis |
| Species Codes | fotdro5, FTDR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fork-tailed Drongo belong to?
The Fork-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus adsimilis) belongs to the Drongos family (Dicruridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Fork-tailed Drongo?
The Fork-tailed 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 Fork-tailed Drongo sighting?
You can log sightings of Fork-tailed Drongo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code fotdro5, 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
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