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British Birds A to Z by Common Name

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Title	Primary Image	Scientific Name	Description
Kestrel		Falco tinnunculus	As the most common British bird of prey, the Kestrel is a familiar sight and can often be seen hovering over grass verges or perched on lampposts alongside motorways throughout the UK.
Kingfisher		Alcedo atthis	It is a small, plump bird with a short tail and disproportionately large head and a long dagger like bill. The plumage is beautfully bright: the back and tail are an iridescent "elctric" blue, the...
Kittiwake		Rissa tridactyla	A beautiful member of the gull family, slightly built and resembling a Common Gull, although adults have all black wingtips and their flight is noticably lighter and more elegant than...
Knot		Calidris canuta

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