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ijsvogel (Alcedo atthis)

Alcedo atthis

Photo by Matthijs
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Field Notes

Notes:

Common Kingfisher //
The kingfisher position in the Netherlands is in strong growth. SOVON Bird Research estimates the number of breeding pairs this year to around 250. Last year there were about 165.

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Comments (9)
Matthijs
Thank you Textless.. the common Kingfisher is probably one of the most beautiful birds of The Netherlands, in my opinion.. ;)
Matthijs
I'm very happy with this spotting.. They are quite rare in The Netherlands.
Ashish
We call it Kingfisher as commonly... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_Kingfisher
Ashish
Nice work.. every shot is perfect..!!

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Birds of the World
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Biodiversity in the Netherlands
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PublishedSeptember 18, 2011

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