Little Paradise-kingfisher vs Beach Kingfisher

Tanysiptera hydrocharis compared with Todiramphus saurophagus

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Little Paradise-kingfisher Beach Kingfisher
Scientific Name Tanysiptera hydrocharis Todiramphus saurophagus
Order Coraciiformes Coraciiformes
Family Alcedinidae Alcedinidae
Conservation Status Data Deficient Least Concern
Length
Wingspan 17.4 cm (6.9 in) 25.6 cm (10.1 in)
Weight 33.0 g (1.16 oz) 123.66666666666667 g (4.36 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size -- 2-4
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

None

Little Paradise-kingfisher only

Beach Kingfisher only

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Little Paradise-kingfisher

Least Concern

Beach Kingfisher

About These Birds

Beach Kingfisher

The Beach Kingfisher is a large, boldly marked kingfisher found along the coasts and offshore islands of New Guinea and adjacent islands. It has a striking white head and underparts, turquoise-green back and wings, and a large, heavy bill. It perches on prominent coastal vantage points, hunting lizards, crabs, fish, and large insects.

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