Observations in the Genus: Alcedo

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WSNBG Birds 40
By: Ernest Porter
Location: Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens
Observed on: 26th June 2012
Added to iSpot: 2nd December 2012
Likely ID: Halfcollar Kingfisher (Alcedo semitorquata subsp. semitorquata)
Identifications: 2
Agreements: 4
Comments: 0

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By: Ernest Porter
Location: Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens
Observed on: 19th March 2012
Added to iSpot: 2nd December 2012
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 2
Agreements: 7
Comments: 0

Halfcollared Kingfisher

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By: Gerrie Horn
BirdLife South Africa
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Location: 97, 9th Ave
Observed on: 12th January 2011
Added to iSpot: 28th October 2012
Likely ID: Halfcollar Kingfisher (Alcedo semitorquata subsp. semitorquata)
Identifications: 1
Agreements: 3
Comments: 0

Malachite Kingfisher

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By: Brian KD2
Custodians of Rare and Endangered Wildflowers
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Location: Ebb & Flow, GRNP
Observed on: 27th November 2010
Added to iSpot: 24th October 2012
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 1
Agreements: 6
Comments: 0

Malachite Kingfisher

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By: Gerrie Horn
BirdLife South Africa
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Location: Baakens Valley, Gazania Ave
Observed on: 17th February 2011
Added to iSpot: 24th October 2012
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 1
Agreements: 6
Comments: 0

Malachite Kingfisher x2

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By: Gerrie Horn
BirdLife South Africa
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Location: Marine Dr, Summerstrand
Observed on: 2nd May 2012
Added to iSpot: 5th October 2012
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 1
Agreements: 8
Comments: 0

Halfcollared Kingfisher

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By: Gerrie Horn
BirdLife South Africa
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Location: Natures Valley, R102, Garden Route National Park
Observed on: 28th April 2006
Added to iSpot: 28th September 2012
Likely ID: Halfcollar Kingfisher (Alcedo semitorquata subsp. semitorquata)
Identifications: 1
Agreements: 5
Comments: 0

Malachite Kingfisher

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By: Brian KD2
Custodians of Rare and Endangered Wildflowers
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Location: Karoo National Park
Observed on: 3rd October 2009
Added to iSpot: 24th September 2012
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 1
Agreements: 4
Comments: 0

Kuifkopvisvanger

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By: jacquesvdmerwe
Botanical Society of South AfricaCustodians of Rare and Endangered WildflowersDarling Wildflower Society
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Location: Burgherspost Wine Estate, Darling
Observed on: 26th July 2012
Added to iSpot: 26th July 2012
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 2
Agreements: 7
Comments: 0
Description: Cleared a huge patch of Port Jacksons. The stumps still remain and serves as a perch for birds. Saw this little guy catch a huge tadpole given there's no fish in the pools.

Half-collared Kingfisher Alcedo semitorquata

Half-collared Kingfisher Alcedo semitorquata
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Location: Villiers St, Barrydale
Observed on: 14th November 2009
Added to iSpot: 15th July 2012
Likely ID: Half-collared Kingfisher (Alcedo semitorquata subsp. semitorquata)
Identifications: 2
Agreements: 3
Comments: 9
Description: Bright blue with black beak and red legs. Sitting quietly and appeared alseep.

Malachite Kingfisher - De Werf Lodge

Malachite Kingfisher - De Werf Lodge
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Location: De Werf Lodge @ Keimoes
Observed on: 13th May 2012
Added to iSpot: 14th May 2012
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 1
Agreements: 8
Comments: 0
Description: Flew into window but recovered

Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata

 Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata
By: Nicky
Botanical Society of South AfricaCustodians of Rare and Endangered WildflowersMountain Club of SA (South Cape)Succulent Society of South Africa
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Location: Goukamma River
Observed on: 19th February 2012
Added to iSpot: 22nd February 2012
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 1
Agreements: 3
Comments: 0
Description: A very small bird with turquoise/black crown. Rufus blackish on back, yellow bill. I thought it was a juvenile Malachite Kingfisher (a flash of turquoise as it flew by), but I really am not sure as colouring is not quite right. Sorry the photos are so poor, but I would like help.

Alcedo semitorquata semitorquata (Half-collared Kingfisher) - Kruger Park Lodge

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Location: Sabie River @ Kruger Park Lodge
Observed on: 18th August 2007
Added to iSpot: 2nd December 2011
Likely ID: Half-collared Kingfisher (Alcedo semitorquata subsp. semitorquata)
Identifications: 1
Agreements: 6
Comments: 1
Description: Perched on twig in shaded vegetation next to the Sabie River

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By: catcher
Cape Bird Club
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Location: Rocher Pan N. R. Western Cape
Observed on: 10th October 2009
Added to iSpot: 15th October 2011
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 4
Agreements: 6
Comments: 0
Description: Malachite Kingfisher: ringed at Rocher Pan. The beauty of the crest is not normally seen in the field.

Malachite Kingfisher

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By: LouLou's reputation in BirdsLou's reputation in BirdsLou's reputation in Birds
Location: Intaka Island
Observed on: 5th February 2011
Added to iSpot: 30th June 2011
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 2
Agreements: 6
Comments: 0

Malachite Kingfisher

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By: Gigi
Botanical Society of South AfricaMountain Club of SA (Cape Town)South African National Biodiversity Institute
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Location: Rondevlei Bird Sanctuary
Observed on: 7th November 2010
Added to iSpot: 8th June 2011
Likely ID: Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata subsp. cristata)
Identifications: 2
Agreements: 9
Comments: 0

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