About the Rufous-fronted Tailorbird
The Rufous-fronted Tailorbird (Orthotomus frontalis) is a species of bird in the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 164 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ruftai1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae) |
| Species | Orthotomus frontalis |
| Species Codes | ruftai1, RFTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-fronted Tailorbird belong to?
The Rufous-fronted Tailorbird (Orthotomus frontalis) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-fronted Tailorbird?
The Rufous-fronted Tailorbird is a member of the Cisticolas and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Rufous-fronted Tailorbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-fronted Tailorbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ruftai1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cisticolas and Allies 164 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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