Malay Blue-banded Kingfisher vs Black-capped Kingfisher
Alcedo peninsulae compared with Halcyon pileata
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Malay Blue-banded Kingfisher | Black-capped Kingfisher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Alcedo peninsulae | Halcyon pileata |
| Order | Coraciiformes | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Alcedinidae | Alcedinidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 16.1 cm (6.3 in) | 24.8 cm (9.8 in) |
| Weight | 43.68333333333334 g (1.54 oz) | 79.0 g (2.79 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-5 | 4-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Malay Blue-banded Kingfisher only
None
Black-capped Kingfisher only
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Malay Blue-banded Kingfisher
Vulnerable
Black-capped Kingfisher
About These Birds
Black-capped Kingfisher
The Black-capped Kingfisher is a Vulnerable, vividly colored kingfisher of South and Southeast Asian coasts and wetlands, with a striking black cap, white collar, blue-purple upperparts, and rufous underparts. It breeds in East Asia and winters south to South and Southeast Asia along coastal mangroves, tidal flats, and wetland margins. It feeds on fish, crabs, and large insects.