About the Louisiade Fantail
The Louisiade Fantail (Rhipidura louisiadensis) is a species of bird in the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 64 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ruffan4 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fantails (Rhipiduridae) |
| Species | Rhipidura louisiadensis |
| Species Codes | ruffan4, RUFA, LOFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Louisiade Fantail belong to?
The Louisiade Fantail (Rhipidura louisiadensis) belongs to the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Louisiade Fantail?
The Louisiade Fantail is a member of the Fantails family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Louisiade Fantail sighting?
You can log sightings of Louisiade Fantail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruffan4, or on iNaturalist.