Kingfisher (coraciiformes) is a bird type animal. It inhabits lowland freshwater areas and river estuaries. The weight of this animal is about 10g - 170g (0.4oz - 6oz) and average life span is 6 - 10 years. Foxes, snakes, raccoons predators are the dangerous creatures for kingfishers. Look up the table below for more facts.
Facts about kingfishers
Name | Kingfisher |
Colour | Red, green, yellow, orange, black, blue, brown |
Type | Bird |
Phylum | Chordata |
Main Prey | Fish, shrimp, insects, tadpoles |
Skin Type | Feathers |
Scientific Name | Coraciiformes |
Class | Aves |
Average Clutch Size | 4 |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Weight | 10g - 170g (0.4oz - 6oz) |
Order | Coraciiformes |
Life Span | 6 - 10 years |
Habitat | Lowland freshwater areas and river estuaries |
Conservation Status | Threatened |
Family | Alcedines |
Top Speed | 40km/h (25mph) |
Size (H) | 10cm - 37.5cm (4in - 15in) |
Diet | Omnivore |
Distinctive Features | Small body and long, sharp and straight beaks |
Predators | Foxes, snakes, raccoons |