About the Lazuli Kingfisher
The lazuli kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. It can be found on the islands of Seram, Ambon and Haruku. Found singly and in pairs in lowland wooded areas, including cultivated areas and mangroves. Pale blue underside is unique among kingfishers in its limited south Moluccan range. Rowdy vocalizations include repetitive "ker-chick" series and "ki-ki-ki-ki…" calls. It gets its name due to its colour being reminiscent of Lapis Lazuli.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Todiramphus lazuli |
| Species Codes | lazkin1, LAKI |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lazuli Kingfisher belong to?
The Lazuli Kingfisher (Todiramphus lazuli) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Lazuli Kingfisher?
The Lazuli Kingfisher is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Lazuli Kingfisher?
The lazuli kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. It can be found on the islands of Seram, Ambon and Haruku. Found singly and in pairs in lowland wooded areas, including cultivated areas and mangroves. Pale blue underside is unique among kingfishers in its limited south Moluccan ...
Where can I report a Lazuli Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Lazuli Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lazkin1, or on iNaturalist.
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