African Dwarf-kingfisher vs Little Paradise-kingfisher
Ispidina lecontei compared with Tanysiptera hydrocharis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Dwarf-kingfisher | Little Paradise-kingfisher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ispidina lecontei | Tanysiptera hydrocharis |
| Order | Coraciiformes | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Alcedinidae | Alcedinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 9.5 cm (3.7 in) | 17.4 cm (6.9 in) |
| Weight | 10.0 g (0.35 oz) | 33.0 g (1.16 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Dwarf-kingfisher
Data Deficient
Little Paradise-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.