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Common Kingfisher, Yala NP, Sri Lanka In a classic hunting spot, on a low hanging branch above a pond. Alcedo atthis,Asia,Common Kingfisher,Sri Lanka,Yala Click/tap to enlarge

Common Kingfisher, Yala NP, Sri Lanka

In a classic hunting spot, on a low hanging branch above a pond.

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  1. View travismorhardt's profile
    travismorhardt
    Lion
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    Such a beautiful bird! Posted 10 years ago
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      Ferdy Christant
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      Yes, they are. We even have them in the Netherlands, yet usually only a few dozen or hundred pairs country-wide. Never seen one of them here. Posted 10 years ago
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    cle van G
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    wonderful Posted 10 years ago

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The Common Kingfisher

The Common Kingfisher is a small kingfisher with seven subspecies recognized within its wide distribution across Eurasia and North Africa. It is resident in much of its range, but migrates from areas where rivers freeze in winter.

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Similar species: Kingfisher, Bee-eater, Rollers
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Apr 16, 2015. Captured Nov 13, 2014 15:54.
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  • NIKON D800
  • f/5.6
  • 1/800s
  • ISO1600
  • 400mm