About the African Pygmy Kingfisher
The African Pygmy Kingfisher (Ispidina picta) 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 afpkin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Ispidina picta |
| Species Codes | afpkin1, AFPK, APKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Pygmy Kingfisher belong to?
The African Pygmy Kingfisher (Ispidina picta) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the African Pygmy Kingfisher?
The African 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 African Pygmy Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of African Pygmy Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afpkin1, or on iNaturalist.