About the Azure Kingfisher
The azure kingfisher is a small kingfisher in the river kingfisher subfamily, Alcedininae.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Ceyx azureus |
| Species Codes | azukin1, AZKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Azure Kingfisher belong to?
The Azure Kingfisher (Ceyx azureus) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Azure Kingfisher?
The azure kingfisher is a small kingfisher in the river kingfisher subfamily, Alcedininae....
Where can I report a Azure Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Azure Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code azukin1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Coraciiformes
Order
117
Species in Family
3,281
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