Yellow-billed Kingfisher
NameYellow-billed Kingfisher
Common NameYellow-billed Kingfisher
Scientific NameSyma torotoro
FamilyAlcedinidae
Wingspan (cm)22.5
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsThe Yellow-billed Kingfisher has a bright orange head and nape, with a narrow black line extending from the eye to the nape. Its bill is a striking bright yellow. The upperparts, including the wings and tail, are dark blue, contrasting with pale buff to whitish underparts.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a distinctive, high-pitched, trilling or whistling call, often described as a series of ascending or descending notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found across New Guinea, the Aru Islands, and the Cape York Peninsula in northern Australia.
Identifying Featuresbright yellow bill, orange head, dark blue wings, pale underparts, black eye-stripe
Description
A small, vibrant kingfisher known for its striking bright orange head and prominent yellow bill. This species typically perches quietly in the mid-story of tropical forests, scanning for prey before darting out to catch insects and small invertebrates.
