About the Black-capped Paradise-Kingfisher
The Black-capped Paradise-Kingfisher (Tanysiptera nigriceps) 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 bubpak2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Tanysiptera nigriceps |
| Species Codes | bubpak2, BHPK, BCPK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-capped Paradise-Kingfisher belong to?
The Black-capped Paradise-Kingfisher (Tanysiptera nigriceps) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Black-capped Paradise-Kingfisher?
The Black-capped Paradise-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 Black-capped Paradise-Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-capped Paradise-Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bubpak2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Kingfishers 117 species
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