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Africa
Dusk Kingfisher
Chloroceryle torquata
About this species
The Dusk Kingfisher is a striking member of the Alcedinidae family found across Africa. It inhabits tropical environments and is currently listed as Least Concern.
The Dusk Kingfisher is part of the order Coraciiformes and the Alcedinidae family. Its preferred habitat is tropical, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Africa.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Alcedinidae family and Coraciiformes order.