Sangihe Lilac Kingfisher

Cittura sanghirensis

Critically Endangered

The Sangihe Lilac Kingfisher is a kingfisher of Sangihe Island in northern Indonesia. 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

Sangihe Lilac Kingfisher Range — Resident or seasonal range in Sangihe Island in northern Indonesia

Population

≈ 50-250

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