About the Brown-winged Kingfisher
The Brown-winged Kingfisher (Pelargopsis amauroptera) 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 bnwkin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Pelargopsis amauroptera |
| Species Codes | bnwkin1, BWKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-winged Kingfisher belong to?
The Brown-winged Kingfisher (Pelargopsis amauroptera) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Brown-winged Kingfisher?
The Brown-winged 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-winged Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-winged Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bnwkin1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Kingfishers 117 species
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