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Common Kingfisher

Alcedo atthis

Vulnerable

About

Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Coraciiformes (Coraciiformes)

Species

Alcedo atthis (Common Kingfisher)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese カワセミ

Chinese 普通翠鳥

Spanish Martín pescador común

French martin-pêcheur

German Eisvogel

Portuguese guarda-rios

Russian Зимородок

Arabic رفراف شائع

Thai นกกะเต็นน้อยธรรมดา

Similar Species in Alcedo

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Blue-banded Kingfisher

Alcedo euryzona

Critically Endangered

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Blue-eared Kingfisher

Half-collared Kingfisher

Alcedo semitorquata

Least Concern

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Shining-blue Kingfisher

Alcedo quadribrachys

Least Concern

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Small Blue Kingfisher

Alcedo coerulescens

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Kingfisher?

The scientific name of Common Kingfisher is Alcedo atthis. It belongs to the genus Alcedo.

What is the conservation status of Common Kingfisher?

Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Common Kingfisher live?

Common Kingfisher is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Common Kingfisher belong to?

Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) belongs to the genus Alcedo, which is part of the taxonomic family Alcedinidae.

Is Common Kingfisher endangered?

Yes, Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Common Kingfisher belong to?

Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Common Kingfisher?

The closest relatives of Common Kingfisher in the genus Alcedo include Blue-banded Kingfisher, Blue-eared Kingfisher, Blyth's Kingfisher, Half-collared Kingfisher, Shining-blue Kingfisher.