About the Kofiau Paradise-Kingfisher
The Kofiau Paradise-Kingfisher (Tanysiptera ellioti) 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 kopkin1 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 ellioti |
| Species Codes | kopkin1, KPKI, KOPK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Kofiau Paradise-Kingfisher belong to?
The Kofiau Paradise-Kingfisher (Tanysiptera ellioti) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Kofiau Paradise-Kingfisher?
The Kofiau 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 Kofiau Paradise-Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Kofiau Paradise-Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code kopkin1, or on iNaturalist.