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Malachite Kingfisher Collection

The Malachite Kingfisher, also known as Alcedo cristata, is a stunning bird that can be found in various locations across Africa

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) taking off

Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) taking off, Greater Limpopo Transfrontier Park, encompassing the former Kruger National Park, South Africa, Africa

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: A malachite kingfisher, Alcedo cristata. Moremi Game Reserve, Okavango Delta, Botswana

A malachite kingfisher, Alcedo cristata. Moremi Game Reserve, Okavango Delta, Botswana

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) Bijagos Archipelago. Guineau Bissau

Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) Bijagos Archipelago. Guineau Bissau

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite Kingfisher, Okavango Delta, Botswana

Malachite Kingfisher, Okavango Delta, Botswana

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus), Zimanga Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Malachite kingfisher (Corythornis cristatus), Zimanga Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Africa

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Beautiful birds (coloured engraving)

Beautiful birds (coloured engraving)
998246 Beautiful birds (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Chobe River, Botswana, Africa. Malachite Kingfisher

Chobe River, Botswana, Africa. Malachite Kingfisher

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite Kingfisher sitting on branch, Corythornis cristatus, South Africa

Malachite Kingfisher sitting on branch, Corythornis cristatus, South Africa

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite Kingfisher on reed, Corythornis cristatus, South Africa

Malachite Kingfisher on reed, Corythornis cristatus, South Africa

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: A beautiful Malachite kingfisher perched overlooking the Rufiji River in Selous Game Reserve

A beautiful Malachite kingfisher perched overlooking the Rufiji River in Selous Game Reserve

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: A Malachite kingfisher with a small fish caught in the Katuma River

A Malachite kingfisher with a small fish caught in the Katuma River
Tanzania, Katavi National Park. A Malachite kingfisher with a small fish caught in the Katuma River

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite kingfisher C014 / 4963

Malachite kingfisher C014 / 4963
Malachite kingfisher. Juvenile malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) perched on the end of a branch. Photographed in Rietvlei Nature Reserve, Gauteng Province, South Africa

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite kingfisher C014 / 4964

Malachite kingfisher C014 / 4964
Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) perched on a branch. Photographed in Rietvlei Nature Reserve, Gauteng Province, South Africa

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) with beetle, Intaka Island, Cape Town, South Africa, Africa

Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) with beetle, Intaka Island, Cape Town, South Africa, Africa

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Africa; Malawi; Liwonde National Park; Malachite kingfisher sitting on branch

Africa; Malawi; Liwonde National Park; Malachite kingfisher sitting on branch

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite kingfisher

Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata) perched on a reed stalk. This tiny kingfisher (13.5 centimetres tall) lives around water, diving from a perch to catch its prey of fish

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite Kingfisher, Alcedo cristata, Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

Malachite Kingfisher, Alcedo cristata, Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata), Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Malachite kingfisher (Alcedo cristata), Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Background imageMalachite Kingfisher Collection: Malachite Kingfisher. Okavango Delta, Botswana

Malachite Kingfisher. Okavango Delta, Botswana
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The Malachite Kingfisher, also known as Alcedo cristata, is a stunning bird that can be found in various locations across Africa. Whether it's taking off in Lake Nakuru National Park in Kenya or perched on a branch in the Bijagos Archipelago of Guinea Bissau, this bird never fails to captivate with its vibrant colors and graceful movements. In Zimanga Game Reserve in South Africa, you might spot the Malachite Kingfisher amidst the lush surroundings, showcasing its beauty against the backdrop of nature. Similarly, in Okavango Delta of Botswana or along Chobe River, these birds bring life and color to their habitats. With its bright plumage and intricate patterns captured beautifully in colored engravings, it's no wonder why these birds are considered one of nature's most beautiful creations. In Kruger National Park or Selous Game Reserve, they can be seen sitting on branches overlooking rivers like Rufiji or Katuma while hunting for small fish - a testament to their incredible hunting skills. Whether you're an avid birdwatcher or simply appreciate the wonders of wildlife photography, encountering a Malachite Kingfisher is an experience that will leave you awe-inspired. So keep your eyes peeled during your next African adventure and witness firsthand the magnificence of this enchanting creature.