About the Banded Kingfisher
The Banded Kingfisher (Lacedo pulchella) 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 bankin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Lacedo pulchella |
| Species Codes | bankin1, BFKI, BAKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Banded Kingfisher belong to?
The Banded Kingfisher (Lacedo pulchella) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Banded Kingfisher?
The Banded 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 Banded Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Banded Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bankin1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Kingfishers 117 species
More Birds in Order Coraciiformes
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Quick Stats
Coraciiformes
Order
117
Species in Family
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