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Blyth's Kingfisher
Alcedo hercules
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
19.2 cm
Weight
62.5 g
Family
Alcedinidae
Order
Coraciiformes
The Blyth's Kingfisher (Alcedo hercules) is a bird species in the family Alcedinidae (kingfishers), within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.2 cm and a weight of 62.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.2 cm | 7.6 in |
| Weight | 62.5 g | 2.20 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU.
Clutch Size
4-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Alcedo |
| Species | Alcedo hercules |
Distribution
Blyth's Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blyth's Kingfisher endangered?
The Blyth's Kingfisher has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Blyth's Kingfisher nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Blyth's Kingfisher?
The Blyth's Kingfisher has a wingspan of 19.2 cm, weight of 62.5 g.
What order and family does the Blyth's Kingfisher belong to?
The Blyth's Kingfisher (Alcedo hercules) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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