About the Three-toed Jacamar
The Three-toed Jacamar (Jacamaralcyon tridactyla) is a species of bird in the Jacamars family (Galbulidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code thtjac1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Jacamars (Galbulidae) |
| Species | Jacamaralcyon tridactyla |
| Species Codes | thtjac1, TTJA |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Three-toed Jacamar belong to?
The Three-toed Jacamar (Jacamaralcyon tridactyla) belongs to the Jacamars family (Galbulidae), in the order Piciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Three-toed Jacamar?
The Three-toed Jacamar is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Three-toed Jacamar?
The Three-toed Jacamar is a member of the Jacamars family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Three-toed Jacamar sighting?
You can log sightings of Three-toed Jacamar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code thtjac1, or on iNaturalist.