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Blyth's Kingfisher
Alcedo hercules
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Near Threatened
Envergure
19,2 cm
Poids
62,5 g
Famille
Alcedinidae
Ordre
Coraciiformes
The Blyth's Kingfisher (Alcedo hercules) is a bird species in the family Alcedinidae (kingfishers), within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.2 cm and a weight of 62.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 19,2 cm | 7.6 in |
| Poids | 62,5 g | 2.20 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU.
Taille de la couvée
4-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Famille | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Alcedo |
| Espèces | Alcedo hercules |
Distribution
Blyth's Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Blyth's Kingfisher endangered?
The Blyth's Kingfisher has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Blyth's Kingfisher nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Blyth's Kingfisher?
The Blyth's Kingfisher has a wingspan of 19.2 cm, weight of 62.5 g.
What order and family does the Blyth's Kingfisher belong to?
The Blyth's Kingfisher (Alcedo hercules) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Alcedinidae.
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