About the Buff-breasted Paradise-Kingfisher
The Buff-breasted Paradise-Kingfisher (Tanysiptera sylvia) 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 bubpak1 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 sylvia |
| Species Codes | bubpak1, BBPK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buff-breasted Paradise-Kingfisher belong to?
The Buff-breasted Paradise-Kingfisher (Tanysiptera sylvia) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Buff-breasted Paradise-Kingfisher?
The Buff-breasted 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 Buff-breasted Paradise-Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Buff-breasted Paradise-Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bubpak1, or on iNaturalist.