About the Palau Fantail
The Palau Fantail (Rhipidura lepida) 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 palfan1 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 lepida |
| Species Codes | palfan1, PAFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Palau Fantail belong to?
The Palau Fantail (Rhipidura lepida) belongs to the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Palau Fantail?
The Palau 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 Palau Fantail sighting?
You can log sightings of Palau Fantail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code palfan1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Fantails 64 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
64
Species in Family
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