About the Short-tailed Drongo
The Short-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus striatus) 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 hacdro3 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 striatus |
| Species Codes | hacdro3, STDR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-tailed Drongo belong to?
The Short-tailed Drongo (Dicrurus striatus) belongs to the Drongos family (Dicruridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Short-tailed Drongo?
The Short-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 Short-tailed Drongo sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-tailed Drongo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hacdro3, or on iNaturalist.