About the Malaysian Blue-banded Kingfisher
The Malaysian Blue-banded Kingfisher (Alcedo peninsulae) 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 bubkin1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Alcedo peninsulae |
| Species Codes | bubkin1, MBBK |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Malaysian Blue-banded Kingfisher belong to?
The Malaysian Blue-banded Kingfisher (Alcedo peninsulae) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Malaysian Blue-banded Kingfisher?
The Malaysian Blue-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 Malaysian Blue-banded Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Malaysian Blue-banded Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bubkin1, or on iNaturalist.