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Kingfisher
Pappa Smurf

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)

Kingfisher
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Habitat
They are widespread, especially in central and southern England, becoming less common further north but following some declines last century, they are currently increasing in their range in Scotland. Kingfishers are found by still or slow flowing water su
Location
Somerset Levels
Date taken
29.06.2015
Scientific name
Alcedo atthis
Equipment used
Canon + Sigmonster
jbpixels
Excellent Kf picture. Awesome detail, exposure and hide. The species is not endangered here at the moment but a very cold winter can reduce their numbers dramatically. Some meteorologists say that a very hot summer brings a very strong winter. We had the best summer one can imagine here. ...
 
mags1967
a beauty of a capture keith.a little gem,bird and your capture.all the best margaret.
 

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