About the Madagascar Pygmy Kingfisher
The Madagascar Pygmy Kingfisher (Corythornis madagascariensis) 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 mapkin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Corythornis madagascariensis |
| Species Codes | mapkin1, MAPK, MPKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Madagascar Pygmy Kingfisher belong to?
The Madagascar Pygmy Kingfisher (Corythornis madagascariensis) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Madagascar Pygmy Kingfisher?
The Madagascar Pygmy 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 Madagascar Pygmy Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Madagascar Pygmy Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mapkin1, or on iNaturalist.