🐦Kingfishers, Bee-eaters & Hornbills (Coraciiformes)

Kingfishers & Allies

~180 species

Colorful birds with large heads and strong bills, including kingfishers, bee-eaters, and hornbills. Many nest in cavities or burrows.

💡The kingfisher's streamlined beak inspired the design of Japan's Shinkansen bullet train nose, reducing sonic booms when exiting tunnels.

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