Yellow-billed Kingfisher

Syma torotoro

Least Concern

The Yellow-billed Kingfisher is a kingfisher of 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

Yellow-billed Kingfisher Range — Resident or seasonal range in New Guinea and nearby islands

Population

≈ Unknown

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