Flat-billed Kingfisher
NameFlat-billed Kingfisher
Common NameFlat-billed Kingfisher
Scientific NameTodiramphus recurvirostris
FamilyAlcedinidae
Wingspan (cm)26
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)40
Plumage DetailsThe Flat-billed Kingfisher exhibits deep blue plumage on its crown, back, wings, and tail. It features a prominent broad white collar around its nape and buffy-white to pale orange-buff underparts. A dark mask extends through the eye, and its bill is entirely black.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of a series of sharp, high-pitched, and rapidly repeated 'kek-kek-kek' or 'tchip-tchip' notes.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, coastal, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the Samoan archipelago, found on the main islands of Upolu and Savai'i.
Identifying Featuresdark, relatively flat bill, vibrant blue upperparts, white collar, buffy underparts, dark eye-stripe
Description
This small, vibrant kingfisher is endemic to the islands of Samoa, known for its striking blue upperparts and contrasting buffy underparts. It typically perches conspicuously on branches or posts, scanning for prey in its terrestrial and coastal habitats.
