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Stork-billed Kingfisher
Pelargopsis capensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
29.3 cm
Weight
182.5 g
Family
Alcedinidae
Order
Coraciiformes
The Stork-billed Kingfisher (Pelargopsis capensis) is a bird species in the family Alcedinidae (kingfishers), within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.3 cm and a weight of 182.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.3 cm | 11.5 in |
| Weight | 182.5 g | 6.44 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Pelargopsis |
| Species | Pelargopsis capensis |
Distribution
Stork-billed Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Stork-billed Kingfisher endangered?
The Stork-billed Kingfisher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Stork-billed Kingfisher nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Stork-billed Kingfisher?
The Stork-billed Kingfisher has a wingspan of 29.3 cm, weight of 182.5 g.
What order and family does the Stork-billed Kingfisher belong to?
The Stork-billed Kingfisher (Pelargopsis capensis) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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