Beach Kingfisher
Todiramphus saurophagus
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À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 25,6 cm | 10.1 in |
| Poids | 123,66666666666667 g | 4.36 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Famille | Alcedinidae (Kingfishers) |
| Genus | Todiramphus |
| Espèces | Todiramphus saurophagus |
Distribution
Beach Kingfisher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Alcedinidae family