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Green Kingfisher
Chloroceryle americana
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.4 cm
Weight
32.9 g
Family
Alcedinidae
Order
Coraciiformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.4 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 32.9 g | 1.16 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 19-21 days. Fledging: 36-27 days.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Chloroceryle |
| Species | Chloroceryle americana |
Distribution
Green Kingfisher has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Green Kingfisher endangered?
The Green Kingfisher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Green Kingfisher nest?
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 19-21 days. Fledging: 36-27 days.
How big is the Green Kingfisher?
The Green Kingfisher has a wingspan of 15.4 cm, weight of 32.9 g.
What order and family does the Green Kingfisher belong to?
The Green Kingfisher (Chloroceryle americana) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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