About the Rufous-tailed Palm-Thrush
The Rufous-tailed Palm-Thrush (Cichladusa ruficauda) is a species of bird in the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 353 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rtpthr1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Cichladusa ruficauda |
| Species Codes | rtpthr1, RTPT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-tailed Palm-Thrush belong to?
The Rufous-tailed Palm-Thrush (Cichladusa ruficauda) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-tailed Palm-Thrush?
The Rufous-tailed Palm-Thrush is a member of the Old World Flycatchers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Rufous-tailed Palm-Thrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-tailed Palm-Thrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rtpthr1, or on iNaturalist.