About the Green-and-rufous Kingfisher
The Green-and-rufous Kingfisher (Chloroceryle inda) 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 garkin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Chloroceryle inda |
| Species Codes | garkin1, GARK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green-and-rufous Kingfisher belong to?
The Green-and-rufous Kingfisher (Chloroceryle inda) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Green-and-rufous Kingfisher?
The Green-and-rufous 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 Green-and-rufous Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Green-and-rufous Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code garkin1, or on iNaturalist.
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