Red-backed Kingfisher

Todiramphus pyrrhopygius

Least Concern

The Red-backed Kingfisher is a kingfisher of Australia, New Guinea, and nearby 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

Red-backed Kingfisher Range — Resident or seasonal range in Australia, New Guinea, and nearby islands

Population

≈ Unknown

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