About the African Dwarf Kingfisher
The African Dwarf Kingfisher (Ispidina lecontei) is a species of bird in the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), within the order Coraciiformes. This family contains 117 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code dwakin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Ispidina lecontei |
| Species Codes | dwakin1, AFDK, ADKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Dwarf Kingfisher belong to?
The African Dwarf Kingfisher (Ispidina lecontei) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the African Dwarf Kingfisher?
The African Dwarf Kingfisher is a member of the Kingfishers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Dwarf Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of African Dwarf Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dwakin1, or on iNaturalist.