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Brown-breasted Kingfisher
Halcyon gularis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
24.0 cm
Weight
91.91666666666667 g
Family
Alcedinidae
Order
Coraciiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.0 cm | 9.4 in |
| Weight | 91.91666666666667 g | 3.24 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Halcyon |
| Species | Halcyon gularis |
Distribution
Brown-breasted Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Brown-breasted Kingfisher endangered?
The Brown-breasted Kingfisher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Brown-breasted Kingfisher?
The Brown-breasted Kingfisher has a wingspan of 24.0 cm, weight of 91.91666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Brown-breasted Kingfisher belong to?
The Brown-breasted Kingfisher (Halcyon gularis) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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