About the Hook-billed Kingfisher
The Hook-billed Kingfisher (Melidora macrorrhina) 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 hobkin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Melidora macrorrhina |
| Species Codes | hobkin1, HBKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hook-billed Kingfisher belong to?
The Hook-billed Kingfisher (Melidora macrorrhina) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Hook-billed Kingfisher?
The Hook-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 Hook-billed Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Hook-billed Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hobkin1, or on iNaturalist.