African Pygmy-kingfisher
Ispidina picta
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ispidina-picta"></birdfyi-bird>The African Pygmy-kingfisher (Ispidina picta) is a bird species in the family Alcedinidae (kingfishers), within the order Coraciiformes (kingfishers & rollers). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.5 cm and a weight of 12.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
The African Pygmy-kingfisher is a jewel-like bird of the Alcedinidae family, with a wingspan of only about 10 cm and a weight of 12–13 g. Found in forests and wooded areas across sub-Saharan Africa, it often hunts insects on the forest floor rather than fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 10,5 cm | 4.1 in |
| Poids | 12,6 g | 0.44 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU.
Taille de la couvée
3-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Famille | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Ispidina |
| Espèces | Ispidina picta |
Distribution
African Pygmy-kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Alcedinidae family