About the Brown-headed Paradise-Kingfisher
The Brown-headed Paradise-Kingfisher (Tanysiptera danae) 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 bhpkin1 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 danae |
| Species Codes | bhpkin1, BHPK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-headed Paradise-Kingfisher belong to?
The Brown-headed Paradise-Kingfisher (Tanysiptera danae) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Brown-headed Paradise-Kingfisher?
The Brown-headed 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 Brown-headed Paradise-Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-headed Paradise-Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bhpkin1, or on iNaturalist.