STORK BILLED KINGFISHER

BURUNG PEKAKA EMAS

Stork billed Kingfisher (Pelargopsis capensis)

Habitat paya bakau. memiliki saiz yang agak besar antara burung pekaka dengan warna biru dari belakang tengkuk ke ekor, dan warna kuning keemasan dari tengkuk sehingga bahagian bawah badan. Bahagian atas kepala berwarna agak coklat dan paruhnya agak besar berwarna merah dan kaki berwarna merah. Sekeliling matanya ada lilitan warna berwarna merah. Kombinasi warnanya amat menyerlah. Semasa terbang ia akan berbunyi dengan agak kuat.

The Stork-billed Kingfisher is a large and striking bird, widely distributed across South and Southeast Asia. It is commonly found near rivers, lakes, mangroves, and coastal areas.

Measuring about 35 cm in length, this kingfisher boasts a robust, long red bill reminiscent of a stork’s—hence its name. Its plumage is colorful: a green back, blue wings, and tail, complemented by a buff crown and underparts. Its head is grayish, adding contrast to its vibrant appearance.

Stork-billed Kingfishers are skilled hunters, feeding on fish, amphibians, crabs, and even small rodents. They perch quietly near water before diving quickly to catch their prey. Their call is a loud and distinctive "ke-ke-ke-ke."

IUCN Redlist 2016 - Least Concern (LC)

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