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Africa
Long-tailed Kingfisher
Chloroceryle smyrnensis
About this species
The Long-tailed Kingfisher is a striking member of the Alcedinidae family found across Africa. It inhabits wetland environments and is currently listed as Endangered.
The Long-tailed Kingfisher is part of the order Coraciiformes and the Alcedinidae family. Its preferred habitat is wetland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Endangered, 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.