About the Southern Silvery-Kingfisher
The Southern Silvery-Kingfisher (Ceyx argentatus) 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 silkin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Ceyx argentatus |
| Species Codes | silkin1, SSKI, SOSK |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Silvery-Kingfisher belong to?
The Southern Silvery-Kingfisher (Ceyx argentatus) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Southern Silvery-Kingfisher?
The Southern Silvery-Kingfisher is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Southern Silvery-Kingfisher?
The Southern Silvery-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 Southern Silvery-Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Silvery-Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code silkin1, or on iNaturalist.
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