New Britain Kingfisher
NameNew Britain Kingfisher
Common NameNew Britain Kingfisher
Scientific NameTodiramphus albonotatus
FamilyAlcedinidae
Wingspan (cm)27
Length (cm)17
Weight (g)40
Plumage DetailsBright blue crown, back, wings, and tail. White underparts from throat to belly. A broad black mask extends from the lores through the eye to the ear coverts, bordered by a white collar on the nape. The bill is entirely black.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of harsh, chattering, or trilling notes, often given in flight or from a perch.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of New Britain, which is part of Papua New Guinea.
Identifying Featuresbright blue upperparts, white underparts, black mask, white collar, large black bill, endemic to New Britain
Description
This striking kingfisher is characterized by its bright blue upperparts, white underparts, and a prominent black mask. It is an active hunter, primarily feeding on insects and small vertebrates within its forest habitat.
