Forest Kingfisher

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The Forest Kingfisher is a small to medium-sized kingfisher known for its brilliant blue upperparts, white underparts, and a distinct white collar. It is a common and adaptable species found across various habitats.

Where to spot

Widespread across eastern and northern Australia, New Guinea, and some surrounding islands. It inhabits open forests, woodlands, mangroves, urban parks, and gardens.

How to spot

Look for its characteristic 'kek-kek-kek' call. Spot it perched upright on branches, wires, or posts, frequently darting down to catch ground-dwelling insects or small vertebrates. Its bright blue plumage is quite noticeable.

When to spot

Easily observed during daylight hours. They are mostly resident but some southern populations may migrate north during the breeding season.

Where to spot

Widespread across eastern and northern Australia, New Guinea, and some surrounding islands. It inhabits open forests, woodlands, mangroves, urban parks, and gardens.

How to spot

When to spot

Easily observed during daylight hours. They are mostly resident but some southern populations may migrate north during the breeding season.

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Despite its name, the Forest Kingfisher is highly adaptable and can be found in a wide range of habitats beyond dense forests, including mangroves, woodlands, parks, and even suburban gardens, often far from water.

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