White-throated Kingfisher
Halcyon smyrnensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="halcyon-smyrnensis"></birdfyi-bird>The White-throated Kingfisher (Halcyon smyrnensis) is a bird species in the family Alcedinidae (kingfishers), within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22.6 cm and a weight of 89.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.6 cm | 8.9 in |
| Weight | 89.7 g | 3.16 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU,CV. Incubation: 18-20 days. Fledging: 26-27 days.
Clutch Size
4-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Halcyon |
| Species | Halcyon smyrnensis |
Distribution
White-throated Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Alcedinidae family