About the Red-backed Kingfisher
The red-backed kingfisher is a species of kingfisher in the subfamily Halcyoninae, also known as tree kingfishers. It is a predominantly blue-green and white bird with a chestnut rump. It is found across the continent of Australia, mainly inhabiting the drier regions.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Todiramphus pyrrhopygius |
| Species Codes | rebkin2, RBKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-backed Kingfisher belong to?
The Red-backed Kingfisher (Todiramphus pyrrhopygius) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Red-backed Kingfisher?
The red-backed kingfisher is a species of kingfisher in the subfamily Halcyoninae, also known as tree kingfishers. It is a predominantly blue-green and white bird with a chestnut rump. It is found across the continent of Australia, mainly inhabiting the drier regions....
Where can I report a Red-backed Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-backed Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rebkin2, or on iNaturalist.
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