About the Mountain Kingfisher
The Mountain Kingfisher (Syma megarhyncha) 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 moukin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Syma megarhyncha |
| Species Codes | moukin1, MOKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Kingfisher belong to?
The Mountain Kingfisher (Syma megarhyncha) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Kingfisher?
The Mountain 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 Mountain Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moukin1, or on iNaturalist.