About the Green Kingfisher
The Green Kingfisher (Chloroceryle americana) 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 grnkin 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 americana |
| Species Codes | grnkin, GKIN, GRKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green Kingfisher belong to?
The Green Kingfisher (Chloroceryle americana) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Green Kingfisher?
The Green 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 Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Green Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grnkin, or on iNaturalist.