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Kingfisher, Collard

Todirampus chloris


In Australia restricted to mangroves, especially by creeks
or seaward edge. Perches quietly inspecting shallow pools or exposed wet mud,
pouncing for crustacean s(especially crabs) and small fish.  Nests in tree hollows or arboreal termite
nests.

The Australian Bird Guide, Peter Menkhorst et al

Classifications: Bird, water and shoreline
Family: Alcedinidae (Kingfishers)
Information sources: Photo taken at Belmunda by Marlis SChoeb

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