Black-capped Kingfisher vs Lazuli Kingfisher
Halcyon pileata compared with Todiramphus lazuli
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-capped Kingfisher | Lazuli Kingfisher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Halcyon pileata | Todiramphus lazuli |
| Order | Coraciiformes | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Alcedinidae | Alcedinidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.8 cm (9.8 in) | 18.4 cm (7.2 in) |
| Weight | 79.0 g (2.79 oz) | 47.4 g (1.67 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-5 | 4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Black-capped Kingfisher
Least Concern
Lazuli 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.