About the Colonist Kingfisher
The Colonist Kingfisher (Todiramphus colonus) 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 colkin17 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Todiramphus colonus |
| Species Codes | colkin17, COKI, ISKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Colonist Kingfisher belong to?
The Colonist Kingfisher (Todiramphus colonus) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Colonist Kingfisher?
The Colonist 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 Colonist Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Colonist Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code colkin17, or on iNaturalist.