About the Red-tailed Tropicbird
The Red-tailed Tropicbird (Phaethon rubricauda) is a species of bird in the Tropicbirds family (Phaethontidae), within the order Phaethontiformes. This family contains 3 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rettro when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Phaethontiformes |
| Family | Tropicbirds (Phaethontidae) |
| Species | Phaethon rubricauda |
| Species Codes | rettro, RTTR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-tailed Tropicbird belong to?
The Red-tailed Tropicbird (Phaethon rubricauda) belongs to the Tropicbirds family (Phaethontidae), in the order Phaethontiformes.
How can I identify the Red-tailed Tropicbird?
The Red-tailed Tropicbird is a member of the Tropicbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Red-tailed Tropicbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-tailed Tropicbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rettro, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Tropicbirds 3 species
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