About the Shining-blue Kingfisher
The shining-blue kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. It is found in tropical Africa.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Alcedo quadribrachys |
| Species Codes | shbkin1, SBKI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Shining-blue Kingfisher belong to?
The Shining-blue Kingfisher (Alcedo quadribrachys) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Shining-blue Kingfisher?
The shining-blue kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. It is found in tropical Africa....
Where can I report a Shining-blue Kingfisher sighting?
You can log sightings of Shining-blue Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shbkin1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Coraciiformes
Order
117
Species in Family
176
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