Lifespan: Typically 7 years, though the oldest on record lived to 21 years old
Top speed: 25 mph
Weight: 23-35 grams
Diet: Small fish, occasionally crustaceans, aquatic insects, and small reptiles and amphibians
Predators: Raccoons, skunks, snakes, foxes, minks, hawks
Range: Europe, Asia, and North Africa
Conservation Status: Least concern
Fun Fact: Common kingfishers display slight sexual dimorphism, meaning males look different than females. Females have an orange patch on the underside of their beaks that becomes more pronounced as they age.
Fun Fact: The orange feathers on common kingfishers contain orange pigments, but the blue feathers look blue because of tiny transparent structures that reflect blue light and make the feathers appear blue.