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Red-tailed Tropicbird

Phaethon rubricauda

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Phaethontiformes ›Family: Phaethontidae ›Genus: Phaethon

About

The red-tailed tropicbird (Phaethon rubricauda) is a seabird that nests across the Indian and Pacific Oceans. It nests in colonies on oceanic islands. The species is also known by its Maori name, amokura.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red-tailed Tropicbird?
The scientific name of Red-tailed Tropicbird is Phaethon rubricauda.
What is the conservation status of Red-tailed Tropicbird?
The Red-tailed Tropicbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Red-tailed Tropicbird belong to?
Red-tailed Tropicbird belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Red-tailed Tropicbird belong to?
Red-tailed Tropicbird belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Red-tailed Tropicbird belong to?
Red-tailed Tropicbird belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Red-tailed Tropicbird belong to?
Red-tailed Tropicbird belongs to the order Phaethontiformes.
What family does Red-tailed Tropicbird belong to?
Red-tailed Tropicbird belongs to the family Phaethontidae.
What genus does Red-tailed Tropicbird belong to?
Red-tailed Tropicbird belongs to the genus Phaethon.