Kingfishers stamp catalogue

557 items

Kingfishers belong to the family Alcedinidae. There are over 90 species. They are mainly found in subtropical and tropical regions. The kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) can be found in the Netherlands and Belgium, which stands out because of its (bright blue) colors. More

Kingfishers are birds that belong to the alcedinidae, a family of the order of rollers (Coraciiformes). There are over 90 species. Contrary to their name, kingfishers are mainly found in subtropical and tropical regions. The kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) can be found in the Netherlands and Belgium, which stands out because of its (bright blue) colors. The species is bound to open water. After severe winters, the number of kingfishers has decreased sharply. Other species of kingfishers are also water-bound. Here they catch small fish and other aquatic animals. They often attack from a vantage point. Large prey is killed by hitting it against a branch. Some species, such as the kookaburra, are not water-bound and live in arid areas, where they feed on reptiles, insects and small mammals.

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Number of stamps

557

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Oldest item

Kookaburra (1914)