🌿Native Nature

Ringed Kingfisher

Megaceryle torquata

Taxonomy

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

About

The ringed kingfisher (Megaceryle torquata) is a large, conspicuous and noisy kingfisher commonly found along the lower Rio Grande valley in southeasternmost Texas in the United States through Central America to Tierra del Fuego in South America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ringed Kingfisher?
The scientific name of Ringed Kingfisher is Megaceryle torquata.
What is the conservation status of Ringed Kingfisher?
The Ringed Kingfisher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Ringed Kingfisher belong to?
Ringed Kingfisher belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ringed Kingfisher belong to?
Ringed Kingfisher belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Ringed Kingfisher belong to?
Ringed Kingfisher belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Ringed Kingfisher belong to?
Ringed Kingfisher belongs to the order Coraciiformes.
What family does Ringed Kingfisher belong to?
Ringed Kingfisher belongs to the family Alcedinidae.
What genus does Ringed Kingfisher belong to?
Ringed Kingfisher belongs to the genus Megaceryle.