Kofiau Paradise-Kingfisher

Tanysiptera ellioti

Near Threatened

The Kofiau Paradise-Kingfisher is a kingfisher of Kofiau and nearby Raja Ampat islands. 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

Kofiau Paradise-Kingfisher Range — Resident or seasonal range in Kofiau and nearby Raja Ampat islands

Population

≈ Unknown

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