About the Hair-crested Drongo
The Hair-crested Drongo (Dicrurus hottentottus) 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 hacdro1 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 hottentottus |
| Species Codes | hacdro1, HCDR, HCTD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hair-crested Drongo belong to?
The Hair-crested Drongo (Dicrurus hottentottus) belongs to the Drongos family (Dicruridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Hair-crested Drongo?
The Hair-crested 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 Hair-crested Drongo sighting?
You can log sightings of Hair-crested Drongo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hacdro1, or on iNaturalist.