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Bismarck Kingfisher
Ceyx websteri
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
17.8 cm
Weight
59.333333333333336 g
Family
Alcedinidae
Order
Coraciiformes
About
The Bismarck Kingfisher is a vulnerable, small forest kingfisher endemic to the Bismarck Archipelago in Papua New Guinea. It has richly colored rufous and blue plumage typical of dwarf kingfishers. It inhabits the dark forest floor and undergrowth, hunting insects, small lizards, and other small vertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.8 cm | 7.0 in |
| Weight | 59.333333333333336 g | 2.09 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Ceyx |
| Species | Ceyx websteri |
Distribution
Bismarck Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bismarck Kingfisher endangered?
The Bismarck Kingfisher has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Bismarck Kingfisher?
The Bismarck Kingfisher has a wingspan of 17.8 cm, weight of 59.333333333333336 g.
What order and family does the Bismarck Kingfisher belong to?
The Bismarck Kingfisher (Ceyx websteri) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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