About the Ribbon-tailed Drongo
The Ribbon-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus megarhynchus) is a species of bird in the Drongos family (Dicruridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 28 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ritdro1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Drongos (Dicruridae) |
| Species | Dicrurus megarhynchus |
| Species Codes | ritdro1, PADR, RTDR |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ribbon-tailed Drongo belong to?
The Ribbon-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus megarhynchus) belongs to the Drongos family (Dicruridae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Ribbon-tailed Drongo?
The Ribbon-tailed Drongo is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Ribbon-tailed Drongo?
The Ribbon-tailed Drongo is a member of the Drongos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Ribbon-tailed Drongo sighting?
You can log sightings of Ribbon-tailed Drongo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ritdro1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Drongos 28 species
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