Coraciiformes Collection (page 3)

Common roller (Coriacias garrulus) in flight with nesting colony behind, Danube delta rewilding area, Romania, June

Hoopoe (Upupa epops) with European roller (Coracias garrulus) in the background. Pusztaszer, Hungary. May

Bee-eater (Merops apiaster) reflected in water. Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, southern Spain, April

Bee-eater (Merops apiaster) offering mate beetle, Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, southern Spain, May

alcedinidae, alcedo atthis, aves, coraciiformes, emsland, natural environment, niedersachsen
alcedinidae, alcedo atthis, aves, coraciiformes, emsland, natural env, Erhard Nerger Photography, 927941650

alcedo atthis, bird photography, colorful, coraciiformes, exterior views, looking out
alcedo atthis, bird photography, colorful, coraciiformes, exterior v, Erhard Nerger Photography, 999551744

Oriental dwarf kingfisher (Ceyx erithacus) catching and eating a fish at Tongbiguan Nature Reserve, Dehong Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China, April

Buff breasted kingfisher / White tailed kingfisher (Tanysiptera sylvia) male, North Queensland, Australia

Pied kingfisher (Ceryle rudis) in flight, Chobe River, North-West District, Botswana

White-throated kingfisher (Halcyon smyrnensis) Yala National Park, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) flying up from water with caught fish, Worcestershire, UK, March

Alcedo atthis, European kingfisher perched on pond stump with a fish in its beak, snail and dragonfly perched on a green stalk, water lily

Dacelo novaeguineae, Laughing Kookaburra in flight, side view

Selection of British wildlife in and around pond

Pelargopsis capensis, stork-billed kingfisher
Plate 31, painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere, from the Loten Collection of coloured drawings of Birds, Mammals, Insects & Plants, (1754-57)

Indian Roller, Coracias benghalensis
Number 12 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artist unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives Z88 f BEN Date: 1833

Pied Kingfisher, Ceryle rudis
Number 5 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalaya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artist unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives ref: Z88 f BEN Date: 1833

Crested kingfisher, Megaceryle lugubris
Number 4 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalaya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artist unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives ref: Z88 f BEN Date: 1833

White-throated kingfisher, Halcyon smymensis
Number 6 of 61 watercolour drawings of birds from the Himalaya Mountains in the collection of Lady Mary Bentinck. Artist unknown, date 1833, Library & Archives ref: Z88 f BEN Date: 1833

Merops ornatus, Latham collection Vol. 3, f368

Laughing Kookaburra, Dacelo novaeguineae, front view

Ceratogymna atrata, Wattled Black Hornbill perched on a leafy tree branch, side view

Upupa epops, Hoopoe, illustration of bird with brown body, black and white wings, long curved bill and pinkish-brown crest

Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae), perching on a branch, side view

Close-up of a lilac-breasted roller perching (Coracias caudata)
Zoology: Birds - Coraciiformes - Lilac-breasted Roller (Coracias caudata). Art work

Rear view of a Green Wood-Hoopoe, Phoeniculus purpureus, perching on a branch, with head in profile showing the long, slender, slightly curved orange bill, glossy plumage

Rear view of a Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaguineae), perching on a branch, head in profile

Lilac-Breasted Roller, Coracias caudata, with vivid blue wings, perching on treetop branch, deep blue sky behind

Lilac-breasted roller perched on branch of tree

Laughing kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae), Engraving by John Gould
Zoology - Birds - Coraciiformes - Laughing kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae). Engraving by John Gould

Close-up of a hoopoe (Upupa epops)
Zoology: Birds - Coraciiformes - Hoopoe (Upupa epops) mimics ground. Art work

Close-up of a common kingfisher gripping a fish (Alcedo atthis)
Zoology: Birds - Coraciiformes: Alcedo Atthis - Art work

Birds: Secretary Bird, (Falconiformes, Sagittarius serpentarius) with Northern Carmine Bee-eater (Coraciiformes)
Zoology - Birds - Secretary Bird (Falconiformes, Sagittarius serpentarius) with Northern Carmine Bee-eater (Coraciiformes, Merops nubicus), illustration

Birds, Coraciiformes, Great Hornbill, (Buceros bicornis) feeding, illustration
Zoology - Birds - Coraciiformes - Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis) feeding, illustration

Zoology: Birds, European Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis), illustration
Zoology - Birds - Coraciiformes - European Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis), illustration

Close-up of a blue-tailed bee-eater (Merops philippinus) flying and eating insects
Zoology: Birds - Coraciiformes - Flying blue-tailed bee-eater (Merops philippinus) feeding on wasps. Art work

Birds, Coraciiformes, Blue-crowned Motmot, (Momotus momota), illustration
Zoology - Birds - Coraciiformes - Blue-crowned Motmot (Momotus momota), illustration

Southern Ground Hornbill, Bucorvus leadbeateri, standing on rock with beak touching claws, side view

Rear view of Pied Kingfisher, Ceryle rudis, black and white speckled feathers, long thin bill, perching on leafy branch in tree, head and beak in profile

A couple of Kookaburras sitting and facing the same way

A couple of chick Kookaburras standing facing away from each other, one with its beak open

A couple of Kookaburras sitting facing away from each other, one with its beak open

A couple of Kookaburras sit facing away from each other

Two featherless Kookaburra chicks huddle together

Hoopoe with a caterpillar in its beak C015 / 6884
Hoopoe (Upupa epops) with a caterpillar in its beak. This bird is found throughout Europe, Asia, northern and Sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar. It migrates to warmer tropical regions in winter

Hoopoe with a caterpillar in its beak
Hoopoe (Upupa epops) with a caterpillar in its beak. This bird is found throughout Europe, Asia, northern and Sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar. It migrates to warmer tropical regions in winter

Hoopoe with an insect in its beak C015 / 6871
Hoopoe (Upupa epops) with an insect in its beak. This bird is found throughout Europe, Asia, northern and Sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar. It migrates to warmer tropical regions in winter

Dacela novaeguineae, laughing kookaburra
Watercolour 159 by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection titled Great Brown Kingfisher, Goo-ge-na-gan

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Coraciiformes: A Colorful World of Birds From the vibrant Green bee-eater pair perched on a branch, facing opposite directions, to the majestic Common Kingfisher resting in Dorset, UK, November - Coraciiformes never fail to captivate us with their beauty and unique behaviors. In the UK, a Common kingfisher gracefully perches on a No Fishing sign, reminding us of its presence and resilience. Meanwhile, in New Zealand, both young and adult members of the species showcase their striking plumage as they dive into crystal-clear waters. Traveling across continents to Australia, we encounter the iconic laughing kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae), whose distinctive call echoes through the vast landscapes. Its relative from Europe is none other than the Alcedo athhis or common kingfisher – an emblematic bird known for its stunning blue feathers contrasting against fiery orange hues. The Little bee-eaters gather side by side on branches along Allahein River in The Gambia during early mornings. Their synchronized presence creates a mesmerizing sight that showcases nature's harmony. On another branch nearby sits a female Pied kingfisher (Ceryle rudis), exuding elegance as she surveys her surroundings. Hungary becomes home to two remarkable Coraciiformes species: European roller (Coracias garrulus) takes flight with grace and agility while Bee-eater male (Merops apiaster) offers a wasp as a nuptial gift – showcasing courtship rituals that are both fascinating and heartwarming. Finally, our journey ends in Sabah, Malaysia where we find ourselves enchanted by the Blue-eared kingfisher (Alcedo meninting). Its iridescent blue feathers shimmer under sunlight like precious gems adorning this avian jewel. Coraciiformes truly paint our world with vivid colors and enchantment wherever they roam.