Black-capped Kingfisher vs Guam Kingfisher
Halcyon pileata compared with Todiramphus cinnamominus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-capped Kingfisher | Guam Kingfisher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Halcyon pileata | Todiramphus cinnamominus |
| Order | Coraciiformes | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Alcedinidae | Alcedinidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Extinct in the Wild |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.8 cm (9.8 in) | 18.8 cm (7.4 in) |
| Weight | 79.0 g (2.79 oz) | 62.03333333333333 g (2.19 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-5 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Black-capped Kingfisher
Extinct in the Wild
Guam 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.