Shining-blue Kingfisher vs African Dwarf-kingfisher
Alcedo quadribrachys compared with Ispidina lecontei
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Shining-blue Kingfisher | African Dwarf-kingfisher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Alcedo quadribrachys | Ispidina lecontei |
| Order | Coraciiformes | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Alcedinidae | Alcedinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 15.4 cm (6.1 in) | 9.5 cm (3.7 in) |
| Weight | 34.75 g (1.23 oz) | 10.0 g (0.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Shining-blue Kingfisher only
African Dwarf-kingfisher only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Shining-blue Kingfisher
Least Concern
African Dwarf-kingfisher
About These Birds
African Dwarf-kingfisher
The African Dwarf-kingfisher is one of the world's smallest kingfishers at just 10g, found in West and Central African rainforests. It hunts insects with typical kingfisher precision.