Black-capped Kingfisher vs Niau Kingfisher
Halcyon pileata compared with Todiramphus gertrudae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-capped Kingfisher | Niau Kingfisher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Halcyon pileata | Todiramphus gertrudae |
| Order | Coraciiformes | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Alcedinidae | Alcedinidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.8 cm (9.8 in) | — |
| Weight | 79.0 g (2.79 oz) | — |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-5 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Black-capped Kingfisher only
None
Niau Kingfisher only
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Black-capped Kingfisher
Not Evaluated
Niau 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.