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Stork Billed King Fisher
Pelargopsis capensis
1.35208, 103.82
Field Notes
Description:
Stork-billed Kingfisher is a species of a variety of well-wooded habitats near lakes, rivers or coasts. It perches quietly whilst seeking food, and is often inconspicuous despite its size. It is territorial and will chase away eagles and other large predators. This species hunts fish, frogs, crabs, rodents and young birds.
Notes:
Spotted whilst on a walk today in the botanical gardens. He was perched in a tree next to a lake.
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Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedOctober 27, 2011
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