Sulawesi Dwarf Kingfisher

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The Sulawesi Dwarf Kingfisher is a beautiful and diminutive kingfisher endemic to Sulawesi and some nearby islands in Indonesia. It is characterized by its brilliant rufous-orange back and head, purple-blue wings, and a red bill.

Where to spot

Endemic to Sulawesi and some adjacent islands (e.g., Peleng, Buton) in Indonesia. Inhabits humid lowland and foothill forests, often near small streams or damp ravines.

How to spot

Look for its vibrant colors perching low in the dense forest understory. Its small size makes it challenging to spot. Listen for its high-pitched 'tseet' calls, which can help in locating it.

When to spot

Resident year-round. Active during daylight hours, especially in the mornings and late afternoons.

Where to spot

Endemic to Sulawesi and some adjacent islands (e.g., Peleng, Buton) in Indonesia. Inhabits humid lowland and foothill forests, often near small streams or damp ravines.

How to spot

Look for its vibrant colors perching low in the dense forest understory. Its small size makes it challenging to spot. Listen for its high-pitched 'tseet' calls, which can help in locating it.

When to spot

Resident year-round. Active during daylight hours, especially in the mornings and late afternoons.

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This species is an 'insectivorous kingfisher', meaning it feeds predominantly on insects and spiders caught from foliage, rather than fish from water, typical of many larger kingfishers.

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