🌿Native Nature

Common Kingfisher

Alcedo atthis

Taxonomy

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

About

The common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) also known as the Eurasian kingfisher, and river kingfisher, is a small kingfisher with seven subspecies recognized within its wide distribution across Eurasia and North Africa. It is resident in much of its range, but migrates from areas where rivers freeze in winter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Kingfisher?
The scientific name of Common Kingfisher is Alcedo atthis.
What kingdom does Common Kingfisher belong to?
Common Kingfisher belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Kingfisher belong to?
Common Kingfisher belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Common Kingfisher belong to?
Common Kingfisher belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Common Kingfisher belong to?
Common Kingfisher belongs to the order Coraciiformes.
What family does Common Kingfisher belong to?
Common Kingfisher belongs to the family Alcedinidae.
What genus does Common Kingfisher belong to?
Common Kingfisher belongs to the genus Alcedo.