About the Red-winged Fairywren
The Red-winged Fairywren (Malurus elegans) is a species of bird in the Fairywrens family (Maluridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 33 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rewfai1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fairywrens (Maluridae) |
| Species | Malurus elegans |
| Species Codes | rewfai1, RWFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-winged Fairywren belong to?
The Red-winged Fairywren (Malurus elegans) belongs to the Fairywrens family (Maluridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Red-winged Fairywren?
The Red-winged Fairywren is a member of the Fairywrens family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Red-winged Fairywren sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-winged Fairywren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rewfai1, or on iNaturalist.