About the Blue-cheeked Jacamar
The Blue-cheeked Jacamar (Galbula cyanicollis) is a species of bird in the Jacamars family (Galbulidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bucjac1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Jacamars (Galbulidae) |
| Species | Galbula cyanicollis |
| Species Codes | bucjac1, BNJA, BCJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-cheeked Jacamar belong to?
The Blue-cheeked Jacamar (Galbula cyanicollis) belongs to the Jacamars family (Galbulidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Blue-cheeked Jacamar?
The Blue-cheeked Jacamar is a member of the Jacamars family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blue-cheeked Jacamar sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-cheeked Jacamar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bucjac1, or on iNaturalist.