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Birds
Kingfisher
Alcedo atthis
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- 2-7 years
- Weight
- 0.034-0.046 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is a carnivore species found in Rivers and streams worldwide. It typically lives 2-7 years, weighing around 0.034-0.046 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the kingfisher: Kingfishers can hover before diving into water for fish.
Birds are feathered, egg-laying vertebrates known for flight, complex songs, and remarkable migratory abilities. With thousands of species worldwide, they occupy nearly every habitat on the planet.