About the Rufous-bellied Kookaburra
The Rufous-bellied Kookaburra (Dacelo gaudichaud) 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 rubkoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Dacelo gaudichaud |
| Species Codes | rubkoo1, RBKO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-bellied Kookaburra belong to?
The Rufous-bellied Kookaburra (Dacelo gaudichaud) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-bellied Kookaburra?
The Rufous-bellied Kookaburra 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 Rufous-bellied Kookaburra sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-bellied Kookaburra on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rubkoo1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Kingfishers 117 species
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