About the Mangrove Fantail
The mangrove fantail is a species of bird in the family Rhipiduridae. It is found in the Aru Islands and along the coast of southeastern New Guinea, western and northern Australia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fantails (Rhipiduridae) |
| Species | Rhipidura phasiana |
| Species Codes | manfan1, MAFA, MGFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mangrove Fantail belong to?
The Mangrove Fantail (Rhipidura phasiana) belongs to the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mangrove Fantail?
The mangrove fantail is a species of bird in the family Rhipiduridae. It is found in the Aru Islands and along the coast of southeastern New Guinea, western and northern Australia....
Where can I report a Mangrove Fantail sighting?
You can log sightings of Mangrove Fantail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code manfan1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
64
Species in Family
62
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