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Malachite Kingfisher

Corythornis cristatus

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Field Notes

Description:

A tiny Kingfisher which catches insects and tiny fish.

Habitat:

Bushes overhanging water

Notes:

Only seen at a distance in poor light.

Species ID Suggestions

Malachite Kingfisher

Alcedo cristata

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Comments (1)
Malcolm Wilton-Jones
Emma, I have updated this but it is another one which now has a new scientific name.

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PublishedNovember 18, 2011

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