About the Biak Paradise-Kingfisher
The Biak Paradise-Kingfisher (Tanysiptera riedelii) 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 bipkin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Tanysiptera riedelii |
| Species Codes | bipkin1, BIPK, BPKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Biak Paradise-Kingfisher belong to?
The Biak Paradise-Kingfisher (Tanysiptera riedelii) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Biak Paradise-Kingfisher?
The Biak Paradise-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 Biak Paradise-Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Biak Paradise-Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bipkin1, or on iNaturalist.