Birds of Ireland: Kingfisher

In flight, kingfishers look like a blue flash; they have a low, straight, buzzing flight with occasional gliding. They dive from branches and other perches over water

Mon, 12 May, 2025 - 08:26

Jim Wilson and Mark Carmody

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Kingfishers are around 16-18cm long with a wingspan of 24-26cm. They are a common breeding species found here all year round in wetland areas.

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