About the Spangled Kookaburra
The Spangled Kookaburra (Dacelo tyro) 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 spakoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) |
| Species | Dacelo tyro |
| Species Codes | spakoo1, SPKO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spangled Kookaburra belong to?
The Spangled Kookaburra (Dacelo tyro) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Spangled Kookaburra?
The Spangled Kookaburra 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 Spangled Kookaburra sighting?
You can log sightings of Spangled Kookaburra on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spakoo1, or on iNaturalist.