Todiramphus sanctus
(Sacred kingfisher)
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FAMILY |
Alcedinidae |
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Species |
Todiramphus sanctus |
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Common name |
Sacred kingfisher |
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Main colour(s) |
Green and blue |
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Distinctive feature |
Black band through the eye and ear area, size 19-23 cm |
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Campus |
Townsville |
Description
The crown and back are a dull green, but the wings, rump and tail are blue, underparts are pale coloured. Legs and feet grey to dull brown, eyes dark brown, bill black with some white on the lower side. This kingfisher occurs chiefly in the woodland areas of the campus.
