Malachite Kingfisher vs African Dwarf-kingfisher
Corythornis cristatus compared with Ispidina lecontei
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Malachite Kingfisher | African Dwarf-kingfisher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Corythornis cristatus | Ispidina lecontei |
| Order | Coraciiformes | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Alcedinidae | Alcedinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 10.8 cm (4.3 in) | 9.5 cm (3.7 in) |
| Weight | 15.719999999999999 g (0.55 oz) | 10.0 g (0.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-6 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Malachite Kingfisher only
African Dwarf-kingfisher only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Malachite 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.