About the Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo
The Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus remifer) 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 lrtdro1 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 remifer |
| Species Codes | lrtdro1, LRTD |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo belong to?
The Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus remifer) belongs to the Drongos family (Dicruridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo?
The Lesser 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 Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Racket-tailed Drongo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lrtdro1, or on iNaturalist.