About the Chocolate-backed Kingfisher
The Chocolate-backed Kingfisher (Halcyon badia) 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 chbkin2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Halcyon badia |
| Species Codes | chbkin2, CBKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chocolate-backed Kingfisher belong to?
The Chocolate-backed Kingfisher (Halcyon badia) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Chocolate-backed Kingfisher?
The Chocolate-backed 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 Chocolate-backed Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Chocolate-backed Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chbkin2, or on iNaturalist.
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