Alcedinidae Collection

Common kingfisher on No Fishing sign (Alcedo atthis) UK

Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) adult male at rest, Dorset, UK, November

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) perched with fish in beak. Worcestershire, UK, September

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) taking off from water with caught fish. Worcestershire, UK, March

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, young male, threatening, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Dacelo novaeguineae, laughing kookaburra
Drawing No. 57, watercolour by George Raper (1792) from The Raper Collection

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, young birds in the rain, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Alcedo athhis, common kingfisher
Watercolour by Charles F. Tunnicliffe (c. 1973)

Blue-eared kingfisher (Alcedo meninting) Sabah, Malaysia

Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) Bijagos Archipelago. Guineau Bissau

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male, after diving, taking off from water with fish, a Common Roach (Rutilus rutilus) Lorraine, France, August

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) rising from water after diving for prey. Worcestershire, UK, March

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male passing fish to female spring courtship behaviour, Hertfordshire, England, UK, March. Sequence 4 of 6

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) perched on branch, Black Forest, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

A female kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) fishing through an ice hole in winter. Leeds, Yorkshire, UK. January. Sequence

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) diving into water to catch fish, Near Bourne, Lincolnshire, England, UK. January

Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) perched on a bulrush, Devpm, UK, November

Kingfisher ( Alcedo atthis) male and female perched on a root when building the nest, Lorraine, France, March

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male, after diving, taking off from water with fish, a Common Roach (Rutilus rutilus) Lorraine, France, July

Madagascar / Malagasy kingfisher (Alcedo vintsioides) perching, Anjajavy Private Reserve, north west Madagascar

Belted Kingfisher (Megaceryle alcyon), adult male, Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, Florida, USA

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male taking off from water after diving for fish, Worcestershire, England, UK, July

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, young birds, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) female, perched on frosty branch in winter, Bavaria, Germany. January

Green-backed kingfisher (Actenoides monachus) male, perched on vine in forest understorey, Tangkoko National Park, northern Sulawesi, Indonesia

Eurasian kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) perched on branch in autumn, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, Andalusia, southern Spain. November

A female kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) perched on a branch in snow. Leeds, Yorkshire, UK. January

Female Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) covering chicks, aged one day, with her wings in an artificial nest, Italy

Male Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) sitting on eggs for his brooding period in an artificial nest, Italy

Male Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) feeding chicks, aged 9 days, with a large fish in artificial nest, Italy

Page 356. White throated Kings Fisher;Lesser Butcher Bird, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670179 Page 356. White throated Kings Fisher; Lesser Butcher Bird, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Page 54. The Kingfisher, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670018 Page 54. The Kingfisher, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

A female kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) fishing / diving into an ice hole in winter. Leeds, Yorkshire, UK. January

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male, after diving, taking off from water, Lorraine, France, July

A female kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) fishing / diving into an ice hole in winter. Leeds, Yorkshire, UK. January. Sequence 1 of 4

A female kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) fishing, flying out of an ice hole in winter. Leeds, Yorkshire, UK. January

Page 53. 1. Sacred Kingfisher. Alcedo sacre 2. Azure Kingfisher. 2, 3 toed N
5670944 Page 53. 1. Sacred Kingfisher. Alcedo sacre 2. Azure Kingfisher. 2, 3 toed N. Holland Kingfisher (w/c on paper) by Unknown artist, (18th century); Mitchell Library

F. 9 King fisher. New Zealand, 1772-75 (w / c)
5670767 F.9 King fisher. New Zealand, 1772-75 (w/c) by Smith, Isaac (1753-1831); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: South Sea birds)

F. 10 King fisher. Friendly Islands, 1772-75 (w / c)
5670768 F.10 King fisher. Friendly Islands, 1772-75 (w/c) by Smith, Isaac (1753-1831); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: South Sea birds)

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male passing fish to female, courtship behaviour, Lorraine, France, March

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male perched on branch, Lorraine, France, July

The snake
Eyal Amer

Kingfisher (Alcedo athis) perched on bull rush, Ubrique, Andalusia, Southern Spain, November

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male perched in tree with mud on beak, Hertfordshire, England, UK, March

Todiramphus sanctus, sacred kingfisher
Ff. 59. Watercolour painting by George Forster (1773) annotated Alcedo cyanea and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) on branch in his habitat, wide angle shot, Hesse, Germany
alcedinidae, alcedo atthis, aves, coraciiformes, hessen, hesse, natura, Wilfried Martin, 927949934

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) female emerging from water with fish, Hampstead Heath, London, England, UK, September

alcedinidae, alcedo atthis, aves, coraciiformes, emsland, natural environment, niedersachsen
alcedinidae, alcedo atthis, aves, coraciiformes, emsland, natural env, Erhard Nerger Photography, 927941650

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"Captivating Alcedinidae: A Glimpse into the World of Kingfishers" Majestic and serene, an adult male Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) takes a moment to rest in Dorset, UK during a tranquil November day. Perched proudly on a No Fishing sign, the vibrant hues of a Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) illuminate the surroundings with its dazzling presence in the UK. Witnessing nature's perfect harmony, a Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) delicately balances on a branch in Worcestershire, UK, showcasing its prized catch in its beak during September. With grace and precision, a Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) gracefully takes flight from the water's surface in Worcestershire, UK after successfully capturing its prey during March. In Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, observe an intense encounter as a young male Kingfisher - Alcedo athhis - displays threatening behavior along the Middle Elbe riverbank. Amidst rain showers along the Middle Elbe riverbank in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany; young birds of Alcedonidae species find solace while embracing nature's elements together. Discovering beauty within diversity; behold the enchanting sight of an Alcedo athhis or Common Kingfisher perched elegantly amidst lush surroundings. Journey to Sabah Malaysia and marvel at the striking Blue-eared kingfisher (Alcedo meninting), adorned with vivid blue plumage against breathtaking landscapes. Embark on an adventure to Bijagos Archipelago in Guineau Bissau where you'll encounter the captivating Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata), showcasing stunning colors amidst pristine island scenery.