New Ireland Dwarf-Kingfisher

Ceyx mulcatus

Least Concern

The New Ireland Dwarf-Kingfisher is a kingfisher of New Ireland and nearby Bismarck 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

New Ireland Dwarf-Kingfisher Range — Resident or seasonal range in New Ireland and nearby Bismarck islands

Population

≈ Unknown

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