Kingfisher - (Alcedo atthis) - body length is between 16 to 19 cm, wingspan of 23 to 27 cm and weighs about 40 grams. Kingfisher Mortality is high. Most live only 2-3 years. It is mostly due to a tough winter, but have to share it and predators. Who saw this beautiful bird, so he certainly stuck his head in a beautiful color. Header, outer wings and back are blue-green color and chest is orange. The plots for nesting burrow into his own bank. Nora arises only in the high banks to protect from predators and high water. Feed on small animals such as crabs, frogs, and especially fish. Hunt either from a branch above the water or třepotavým flight above the surface. Food strikes killed after being caught on the branch. Swallowing it head first to be hurt on the fins and scales. During courtship feeding Sandeels carry and transmit it directly into her beak. A female lays 5-7 eggs. Both parents take turns sitting on them. Population decline kingfishers. Protected species.

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