Common Kingfisher vs Peregrine Falcon
Alcedo atthis 对比 Falco peregrinus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| 属性 | Common Kingfisher | Peregrine Falcon |
|---|---|---|
| 学名 | Alcedo atthis | Falco peregrinus |
| 目 | Coraciiformes | Falconiformes |
| 科 | Alcedinidae | Falconidae |
| 保护状况 | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| 体长 | 17.0 cm (6.7 in) | 43.0 cm (16.9 in) |
| 翼展 | 25.0 cm (9.8 in) | 104.0 cm (40.9 in) |
| 体重 | 36.0 g (1.27 oz) | 750.0 g (26.46 oz) |
| 食性 | Small fish, aquatic insects, and crustaceans. Hunts from a low perch over water, diving headfirst … | Almost exclusively medium-sized birds caught in flight, including pigeons, doves, waterfowl, and songbirds. Hunts with … |
| 产卵数 | 3-10 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
Common Kingfisher
Clear, slow-flowing rivers, streams, lakes, and ponds with suitable perching and nesting banks. Requires clean water with good fish populations.
Peregrine Falcon
Diverse habitats from tundra to tropics, typically near cliffs or tall structures. Increasingly found in cities nesting on skyscrapers and bridges.
Song & Call Comparison
Common Kingfisher
A sharp, penetrating 'chee' whistle given in flight, often the first indication of its presence. Short, shrill single note as it darts low over rivers. Contact call is a rippling …
Peregrine Falcon
A harsh, wailing 'kak-kak-kak-kak' repeated rapidly in defense of the nest. Alarm call is a long screaming 'raaak'. Mostly silent away from breeding sites.
Geographic Range & Migration
Common Kingfisher
Widespread across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. Northern populations migrate south in winter.
Peregrine Falcon
One of the most widespread birds, found on every continent except Antarctica. Migratory populations travel vast distances between breeding and wintering grounds.
保护状况
Common Kingfisher
Peregrine Falcon
How to Tell Them Apart
Common Kingfisher
Brilliant electric blue upperparts and orange underparts. Blue-green crown with darker barring. White throat patch and cheek spots. A flash of blue in flight.
Long, straight, dagger-like dark bill — orange base on the lower mandible in females
Peregrine Falcon
Blue-grey upperparts with barred white underparts. A distinctive black moustachial stripe contrasts with the white throat and cheeks.
Short, notched blue-grey bill with a yellow cere
About These Birds
Common Kingfisher
普通翠鸟（Alcedo atthis）— 广泛分布于欧亚大陆和非洲的亮蓝橙色鸟类。栖息于溪流和池塘旁，以鱼类为食。
Peregrine Falcon
The peregrine falcon is the fastest animal on Earth, reaching speeds over 389 km/h during its characteristic hunting stoop. Like the bald eagle, peregrines suffered dramatic declines from DDT but have recovered through intensive conservation programs. They have adapted remarkably well to urban environments.