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White-bellied Kingfisher
Corythornis leucogaster
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Least Concern
Wingspan
11.0 cm
Weight
14.375 g
Family
Alcedinidae
Order
Coraciiformes
The White-bellied Kingfisher (Corythornis leucogaster) is a bird species in the family Alcedinidae (kingfishers), within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11 cm and a weight of 14.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.0 cm | 4.3 in |
| Weight | 14.375 g | 0.51 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Corythornis |
| Species | Corythornis leucogaster |
Distribution
White-bellied Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-bellied Kingfisher endangered?
The White-bellied Kingfisher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-bellied Kingfisher nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the White-bellied Kingfisher?
The White-bellied Kingfisher has a wingspan of 11.0 cm, weight of 14.375 g.
What order and family does the White-bellied Kingfisher belong to?
The White-bellied Kingfisher (Corythornis leucogaster) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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