About the Splendid Astrapia
The Splendid Astrapia (Astrapia splendidissima) is a species of bird in the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 44 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code splast1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Birds-of-Paradise (Paradisaeidae) |
| Species | Astrapia splendidissima |
| Species Codes | splast1, SPAS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Splendid Astrapia belong to?
The Splendid Astrapia (Astrapia splendidissima) belongs to the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Splendid Astrapia?
The Splendid Astrapia is a member of the Birds-of-Paradise family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Splendid Astrapia sighting?
You can log sightings of Splendid Astrapia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code splast1, or on iNaturalist.