Belted King Fisher( Female)
Ceryle alcyon
36.7783, -119.418
Field Notes
Description:
Medium-sized bird.
Large head and shaggy crest.
Large, thick bill.
Bluish head and back.
White throat and collar.
White underneath with blue breast band.
Female shows two breast bands with the upper band mostly blue and the lower reddish brown
Habitat:
local pond.
Notes:
A common waterside resident throughout North America, the Belted Kingfisher is often seen hovering before it plunges headfirst into water to catch a fish. It frequently announces its presence by its loud rattling cry.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJanuary 15, 2012
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