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New Guinea Dwarf-kingfisher
Ceyx solitarius
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Least Concern
Wingspan
10.4 cm
Weight
16.5 g
Family
Alcedinidae
Order
Coraciiformes
The New Guinea Dwarf-kingfisher (Ceyx solitarius) is a bird species in the family Alcedinidae (kingfishers), within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.4 cm and a weight of 16.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 10.4 cm | 4.1 in |
| Weight | 16.5 g | 0.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Ceyx |
| Species | Ceyx solitarius |
Distribution
New Guinea Dwarf-kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the New Guinea Dwarf-kingfisher endangered?
The New Guinea Dwarf-kingfisher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the New Guinea Dwarf-kingfisher?
The New Guinea Dwarf-kingfisher has a wingspan of 10.4 cm, weight of 16.5 g.
What order and family does the New Guinea Dwarf-kingfisher belong to?
The New Guinea Dwarf-kingfisher (Ceyx solitarius) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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