About the Red-tailed Minla
The Red-tailed Minla (Minla ignotincta) is a species of bird in the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 143 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code retmin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Laughingthrushes and Allies (Leiothrichidae) |
| Species | Minla ignotincta |
| Species Codes | retmin1, RTMI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-tailed Minla belong to?
The Red-tailed Minla (Minla ignotincta) belongs to the Laughingthrushes and Allies family (Leiothrichidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-tailed Minla?
The Red-tailed Minla is a member of the Laughingthrushes and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Red-tailed Minla sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-tailed Minla on eBird (ebird.org) using species code retmin1, or on iNaturalist.