White-throated Kingfisher

Halcyon smyrnensis · Species of bird from Asia
Order
Coraciiformes
Codes
whtkin2, WTKI

About the White-throated Kingfisher

The white-throated kingfisher also known as the white-breasted kingfisher is a tree kingfisher, widely distributed in Asia from the Sinai east through the Indian subcontinent to China and Indonesia. This kingfisher is a resident over much of its range, although some populations may make short distance movements. It can often be found well away from water where it feeds on a wide range of prey that includes small reptiles, amphibians, crabs, small rodents and even birds. During the breeding season they call loudly in the mornings from prominent perches including the tops of buildings in urban areas or on wires.

Source: Wikipedia

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderCoraciiformes
FamilyKingfishers (Alcedinidae)
SpeciesHalcyon smyrnensis
Species Codeswhtkin2, WTKI

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the White-throated Kingfisher belong to?

The White-throated Kingfisher (Halcyon smyrnensis) belongs to the Kingfishers family (Alcedinidae), in the order Coraciiformes.

How can I identify the White-throated Kingfisher?

The white-throated kingfisher also known as the white-breasted kingfisher is a tree kingfisher, widely distributed in Asia from the Sinai east through the Indian subcontinent to China and Indonesia. This kingfisher is a resident over much of its range, although some populations may make short distan...

Where can I report a White-throated Kingfisher sighting?

You can log sightings of White-throated Kingfisher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whtkin2, or on iNaturalist.