Numfor Paradise-Kingfisher

Tanysiptera carolinae

Near Threatened

The Numfor Paradise-Kingfisher is a kingfisher of Numfor 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

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

Population

≈ Unknown

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