Biak Paradise-Kingfisher

Tanysiptera riedelii

Near Threatened

The Biak Paradise-Kingfisher is a kingfisher of Biak and nearby islands in Geelvink Bay. It hunts from perches, hovering flight, or shaded forest edges, diving or pouncing for fish, crustaceans, insects, lizards, or other small prey. Many species nest in tunnels, termite mounds, or tree cavities near water or forest clearings.

Family

Alcedinidae

Group

Kingfishers

Range

Biak Paradise-Kingfisher Range — Resident or seasonal range in Biak and nearby islands in Geelvink Bay

Population

≈ Unknown

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