Alcedinidae Collection (page 3)

Pied Kingfisher, Ceryle rudis
Number 5 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalaya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artist unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives ref: Z88 f BEN Date: 1833

White-throated kingfisher, Halcyon smymensis
Number 6 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalaya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artist unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives ref: Z88 f BEN Date: 1833

Belted Kingfisher (Ceryle alcyon) female on log in wetland, Marion Co, Illinois
Belted Kingfisher (Ceryle alcyon) female on log in wetland, Marion County, Illinois

Laughing Kookaburra, Dacelo novaeguineae, brown and white bird with a grey tail on a branch

Laughing Kookaburra, Dacelo novaeguineae, front view

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, female, threatening, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, young bird in habitat, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, young bird on perch, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, young bird with a stone in its beak, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, young bird with a caught fish, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Common Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve near Dessau, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, Europe

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, young female at fishing practice, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Pied Kingfisher -Ceryle rudis-, Chambal River, Rajasthan, India

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, Keoladeo National Park, Rajasthan, India

Kingfishers -Alcedo atthis-, male passing little fish on to female, courtship feeding, Swabian Alb biosphere reserve, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Kingfishers -Alcedo atthis-, copula, Swabian Alb biosphere reserve, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis), Swabian Alb Biosphere Reserve
Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) male perched, Swabian Alb biosphere reserve, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. The common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) also known as Eurasian kingfisher, or river kingfisher

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, female perched, Swabian Alb biosphere reserve, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Kingfishers -Alcedo atthis-, two females fighting over breeding place, Swabian Alb biosphere reserve, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis- male perched, Swabian Alb biosphere reserve, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, male with prey, Swabian Alb biosphere reserve, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, female preening, Swabian Alb biosphere reserve, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. The common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) also known as Eurasian kingfisher, or river kingfisher

Common Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, Eifel, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Common Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis- with a captured fish, Eifel, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, Germany

Common Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis- in winter on a perch, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, Emsland, Lower Saxony, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, young bird regurgitating a pellet, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, preening male, middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, male on perch, Middle Elbe, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis- approaching perch, North Hesse, Hesse, Germany

Common Kingfisher -Alcedo atthis-, young female, perched on a branch, threatening gesture, North Hesse, Hesse, Germany

White-bellied Kingfisher (Alcedo leucogaster bowdleri) adult, perched on branch over forest pond, Ankasa Reserve, Ghana, February

African Pygmy Kingfisher (Ispidina picta) adult, perched on branch, Mole N. P. Ghana, February
African Pygmy Kingfisher (Ispidina picta) adult, perched on branch, Mole N.P. Ghana, February

Rufous-backed Kingfisher (Ceyx rufidorsa) adult, perched on branch, Way Kambas N. P
Rufous-backed Kingfisher (Ceyx rufidorsa) adult, perched on branch, Way Kambas N.P. Lampung Province, Sumatra, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Common Kingfisher calling, juvenile bird with white tip to bill - Lackford Lake, Suffolk

Common Kingfisher stretching wing. Lackford Lakes, Suffolk

Common Kingfisher stretching. Lackford Lakes, Suffolk

Common Kingfisher showing the iridescent azure coloured back. Juvenile bird with white tip to bill. Lackford Lakes, Suffolk

Common Kingfisher regurgitating a pellet. Lackford Lakes, Suffolk

Common Kingfisher batters Stickleback fish before swallowing it. Lackford Lakes, Suffolk

Two Kingfishers one with a Stickleback fish. Lackford Lakes, Suffolk. Juvenile bird has white tip to bill

Two adult Kingfishers one with a Stickleback fish. Lackford Lakes, Suffolk

Common Kingfisher with Stickleback - Lackford Lake, Suffolk

Kingfisher sits in Willow Trees at Lackford Lakes, Suffolk

Common Kingfisher - Lackford Lake, Suffolk

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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.