Yellow-billed Kingfisher
Yellow-billed Kingfisher
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The Yellow-billed Kingfisher is a medium-sized, colorful species characterized by its bright yellow bill, green and blue plumage, and a rufous head. It is a common forest kingfisher in New Guinea.
Where to spot
Widespread across New Guinea and some surrounding islands. It inhabits lowland rainforests, monsoon forests, and secondary growth, often found along forest edges or clearings.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive bright yellow bill, which stands out. It often perches in the mid-story or lower canopy, scanning for prey. Listen for its characteristic loud, repetitive calls, which are often heard from a distance.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often more vocal and visible in the early morning and late afternoon. It is a resident species, present year-round.
Where to spot
Widespread across New Guinea and some surrounding islands. It inhabits lowland rainforests, monsoon forests, and secondary growth, often found along forest edges or clearings.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive bright yellow bill, which stands out. It often perches in the mid-story or lower canopy, scanning for prey. Listen for its characteristic loud, repetitive calls, which are often heard from a distance.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often more vocal and visible in the early morning and late afternoon. It is a resident species, present year-round.
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Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This kingfisher's diet primarily consists of insects, spiders, and small lizards, which it catches from the ground or foliage, making it more of a terrestrial hunter than a fish-eater.
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