Black-capped Kingfisher vs African Dwarf-kingfisher
Halcyon pileata compared with Ispidina lecontei
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-capped Kingfisher | African Dwarf-kingfisher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Halcyon pileata | Ispidina lecontei |
| Order | Coraciiformes | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Alcedinidae | Alcedinidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.8 cm (9.8 in) | 9.5 cm (3.7 in) |
| Weight | 79.0 g (2.79 oz) | 10.0 g (0.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-5 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Black-capped Kingfisher
Least Concern
African Dwarf-kingfisher
About These Birds
Black-capped Kingfisher
The Black-capped Kingfisher is a Vulnerable, vividly colored kingfisher of South and Southeast Asian coasts and wetlands, with a striking black cap, white collar, blue-purple upperparts, and rufous underparts. It breeds in East Asia and winters south to South and Southeast Asia along coastal mangroves, tidal flats, and wetland margins. It feeds on fish, crabs, and large insects.
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.