About the Bismarck Kingfisher
The Bismarck kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae that is endemic to Papua New Guinea.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Ceyx websteri |
| Species Codes | biskin1, BIKI |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bismarck Kingfisher belong to?
The Bismarck Kingfisher (Ceyx websteri) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Bismarck Kingfisher?
The Bismarck Kingfisher is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Bismarck Kingfisher?
The Bismarck kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae that is endemic to Papua New Guinea....
Where can I report a Bismarck Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Bismarck Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code biskin1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Coraciiformes
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Quick Stats
Coraciiformes
Order
117
Species in Family
1
iNat Observations
VU
IUCN Status
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