About the Greater Racket-tailed Drongo
The Greater Racket-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus paradiseus) 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 grtdro1 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 paradiseus |
| Species Codes | grtdro1, GRTD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Greater Racket-tailed Drongo belong to?
The Greater Racket-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus paradiseus) belongs to the Drongos family (Dicruridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Greater Racket-tailed Drongo?
The Greater Racket-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 Greater Racket-tailed Drongo sighting?
You can log sightings of Greater Racket-tailed Drongo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grtdro1, or on iNaturalist.