Moluccan Dwarf-Kingfisher

Ceyx lepidus

Least Concern

The Moluccan Dwarf-Kingfisher is a kingfisher of the Moluccan 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

Moluccan Dwarf-Kingfisher Range — Resident or seasonal range in the Moluccan islands

Population

≈ Unknown

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