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Sacred Kingfisher
Todiramphus sanctus
-26.4469, 151.753
Field Notes
Description:
These gorgeous little Kingfishers have a "turquoise back, turquoise blue rump and tail, buff-white underparts and a broad cream collar. There is a broad black eye stripe extending from bill to nape of neck. Both sexes are similar, although the female is generally lighter with duller upper parts." (Birdlife Australia)
Habitat:
This little bird was chilling out on the tree branch about 30m from the waters edge at Gordonbrook Dam, near Kingaroy. "Gordonbrook Dam is the sole water supply for Kingaroy[.....] The dam provides a haven for over 100 different species of birds." (https://www.queensland.com/en-au/attraction/gordonbrook-dam )
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PublishedMay 10, 2019
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