Red-backed Kingfisher

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Todiramphus pyrrhopygius

Red-backed Kingfisher, a reference photo
Photo: JJ Harrison · CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

The red-backed kingfisher (Todiramphus pyrrhopygius) is a species of kingfisher in the subfamily Halcyoninae, also known as tree kingfishers. It is a predominantly blue-green and white bird with a chestnut rump. It is found across the continent of Australia, mainly inhabiting the drier regions.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Red-backed Kingfisher being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Coraciiformes
Family
Alcedinidae
Species
Todiramphus pyrrhopygius

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