Male and female are similar in size and colouring (bright blue and orange). They inhabit slow-moving or still water lowland habitats in Scotland and as their name suggest feed on small fish as well as aquatic insects. They nest in burrows excavated into the riverbank or nearby quarry, with eggs laid between April and June.
Kingfishers are shy birds, but unmistakable if fortunate to be seen.
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When to see
All year round but particularly active during the summer when feeding young.
Where to see
Slow-moving or still streams and rivers in lowland areas.
Did you know?
Kingfishers have a transparent third eyelid that allows them to see fish when they dive underwater.
When to see
All year round but particularly active during the summer when feeding young.
Where to see
Slow-moving or still streams and rivers in lowland areas.
Did you know?
Kingfishers have a transparent third eyelid that allows them to see fish when they dive underwater.
When to see
All year round but particularly active during the summer when feeding young.
Where to see
Slow-moving or still streams and rivers in lowland areas.
Did you know?
Kingfishers have a transparent third eyelid that allows them to see fish when they dive underwater.
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