About the Rufous-vented Paradise-Flycatcher
The rufous-vented paradise flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is found from southern Cameroon to eastern and central Democratic Republic of the Congo and north-western Angola. This species readily hybridizes with the genetically similar African paradise flycatcher. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical swamps and shrub-dominated wetlands.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Monarch Flycatchers (Monarchidae) |
| Species | Terpsiphone rufocinerea |
| Species Codes | rvpfly1, RVPF |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-vented Paradise-Flycatcher belong to?
The Rufous-vented Paradise-Flycatcher (Terpsiphone rufocinerea) belongs to the Monarch Flycatchers family (Monarchidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-vented Paradise-Flycatcher?
The rufous-vented paradise flycatcher is a species of bird in the family Monarchidae. It is found from southern Cameroon to eastern and central Democratic Republic of the Congo and north-western Angola. This species readily hybridizes with the genetically similar African paradise flycatcher. Its na...
Where can I report a Rufous-vented Paradise-Flycatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-vented Paradise-Flycatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rvpfly1, or on iNaturalist.
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