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Birds
Brown-hooded kingfisher
Brown-hooded kingfisher · Halcyon albiventris
The brown-hooded kingfisher fascinates with its colourful appearance and lively behaviour in the wild.
Fact file
- Size
- About 22 cm long and weighs around 90 g.
- Males and females
- Male and female are similar in colouration, but the male is often slightly more robust.
- Sounds
- Gives a clear, melodious call that is very characteristic.
- Diet
- Feeds mainly on insects, small fish and amphibians.
- Offspring
- Breeds in cavities, lays 3–5 eggs which hatch after about 20 days.
How to identify Brown-hooded kingfisher
The brown-hooded kingfisher has a distinctive brown head that stands out from its otherwise white and chocolate-brown body. Its eyes are bright blue, which adds to its striking appearance.
At about 22 cm in length and weighing around 90 g, the brown-hooded kingfisher has a compact silhouette. Its short, strong bill is ideal for catching prey.
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