Blue-breasted Kingfisher

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bird
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Halcyon_chloris
gptkb:Corythornis_vanga_subcaerulea
gptkbp:aircraft_operated broad and rounded
gptkbp:behavior solitary
gptkbp:breeding_season monogamous
March to June
gptkbp:calls_for harsh chattering sound
gptkbp:color gptkb:blue
gptkb:color
brightly colored
long and pointed
regional differences in coloration
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in local folklore
gptkbp:diet insects
small vertebrates
gptkbp:distribution Central and West Africa
gptkbp:egg_color gptkb:white
3-4 cm
gptkbp:family gptkb:Halcyonidae
gptkbp:first_flight strong and direct
gptkbp:fledging_period about 4 weeks
gptkbp:foot short and strong
gptkbp:foraging_behavior perches and waits
dives for prey
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Halcyon
gptkbp:habitat forests
tree cavities
tropical regions
near water bodies
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Blue-breasted Kingfisher
gptkbp:incubation_period about 3 weeks
gptkbp:is_observed_in popular among birdwatchers
gptkbp:length 25-30 cm
gptkbp:migration non-migratory
not migratory
gptkbp:nesting cavities in trees
both parents care for young
twigs and leaves
gptkbp:photography sought after by photographers
gptkbp:predators larger birds
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Malachite_Kingfisher
gptkb:Giant_Kingfisher
gptkbp:social_structure territorial
gptkbp:species gptkb:Halcyon_malimbica
gptkbp:subspecies Halcyon malimbica malimbica
Halcyon malimbica rufiventris
gptkbp:tail_type long and square-shaped
gptkbp:territorial_behavior defends nesting area
gptkbp:threats pollution
habitat loss
hunting
gptkbp:vocalization varied calls
gptkbp:weight 70-100 g