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Cerulean Kingfisher
Alcedo coerulescens
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Least Concern
Wingspan
11.9 cm
Weight
34.9 g
Family
Alcedinidae
Order
Coraciiformes
The Cerulean Kingfisher (Alcedo coerulescens) is a bird species in the family Alcedinidae (kingfishers), within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.9 cm and a weight of 34.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.9 cm | 4.7 in |
| Weight | 34.9 g | 1.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU.
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Alcedo |
| Species | Alcedo coerulescens |
Distribution
Cerulean Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cerulean Kingfisher endangered?
The Cerulean Kingfisher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cerulean Kingfisher nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Cerulean Kingfisher?
The Cerulean Kingfisher has a wingspan of 11.9 cm, weight of 34.9 g.
What order and family does the Cerulean Kingfisher belong to?
The Cerulean Kingfisher (Alcedo coerulescens) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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