About the Sooty Thicket-Fantail
The Sooty Thicket-Fantail (Rhipidura threnothorax) is a species of bird in the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 64 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code sotfan1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fantails (Rhipiduridae) |
| Species | Rhipidura threnothorax |
| Species Codes | sotfan1, SOTF, STFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Thicket-Fantail belong to?
The Sooty Thicket-Fantail (Rhipidura threnothorax) belongs to the Fantails family (Rhipiduridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Thicket-Fantail?
The Sooty Thicket-Fantail is a member of the Fantails family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Sooty Thicket-Fantail sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Thicket-Fantail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sotfan1, or on iNaturalist.