About the Yellow-billed Kingfisher
The Yellow-billed Kingfisher (Syma torotoro) 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 yebkin1 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 torotoro |
| Species Codes | yebkin1, YBKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-billed Kingfisher belong to?
The Yellow-billed Kingfisher (Syma torotoro) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-billed Kingfisher?
The Yellow-billed 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 Yellow-billed Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-billed Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yebkin1, or on iNaturalist.