Green-and-rufous Kingfisher
NameGreen-and-rufous Kingfisher
Common NameGreen-and-rufous Kingfisher
Scientific NameChloroceryle inda
FamilyAlcedinidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)23
Weight (g)50
Plumage DetailsMales have dark glossy green upperparts, a rufous belly, and a broad rufous breast band. A prominent yellow-orange collar separates the green head from the green back. Females are similar but have a green breast band spotted with white. Both sexes display white spots on the wings and tail, and possess a long, straight, dark bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a sharp, high-pitched 'tsip' or 'chip' call, often given in flight or when disturbed. It may also emit a rattling call.
Primary Dietpiscivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Central and South America, ranging from southeastern Nicaragua south through Costa Rica and Panama, and extending into South America across Colombia, Venezuela, the Guianas, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesDark glossy green upperparts, Rufous belly and breast band (males), Yellow-orange collar, White spots on wings and tail, Long, straight, dark bill
Description
This medium-sized kingfisher is characterized by its striking dark green upperparts, rufous belly, and a distinctive yellow-orange collar. It is a shy bird, typically found perching quietly on low branches over slow-moving water in dense lowland forests, waiting to ambush small fish and aquatic insects.
