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Southern Silvery Kingfisher
Ceyx argentatus
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
11.8 cm
Weight
22.216666666666665 g
Family
Alcedinidae
Order
Coraciiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.8 cm | 4.6 in |
| Weight | 22.216666666666665 g | 0.78 oz |
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Ceyx |
| Species | Ceyx argentatus |
Distribution
Southern Silvery Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Southern Silvery Kingfisher endangered?
The Southern Silvery Kingfisher has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Southern Silvery Kingfisher?
The Southern Silvery Kingfisher has a wingspan of 11.8 cm, weight of 22.216666666666665 g.
What order and family does the Southern Silvery Kingfisher belong to?
The Southern Silvery Kingfisher (Ceyx argentatus) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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