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Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher

Ceyx erithaca

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Coraciiformes ›Family: Alcedinidae ›Genus: Ceyx

About

The Oriental dwarf kingfisher (Ceyx erithaca), also known as the black-backed kingfisher or three-toed kingfisher, is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. A widespread resident of lowland forest, it is endemic across much of the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It is found in Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher?
The scientific name of Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher is Ceyx erithaca.
What is the conservation status of Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher?
The Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belong to?
Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belong to?
Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belong to?
Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belong to?
Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belongs to the order Coraciiformes.
What family does Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belong to?
Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belongs to the family Alcedinidae.
What genus does Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belong to?
Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher belongs to the genus Ceyx.