Belted Kingfisher
Megaceryle alcyon · Kingfishers
The Belted Kingfisher is a stocky, shaggy-crested bird with a long, heavy bill. It often perches conspicuously on branches, posts, or other suitable lookout points overlooking water. It flies rapidly, often low over water, with a distinctive rattling call.
Resident33 cmRattling callFish & aquatic prey
37 calls·first heard May 27·last 47d ago
When it's heardpeak 6a · summer
5a12p9p
How to know it
- Large, shaggy crest and long, pointed bill.
- Blue-gray back and broad white collar.
- Female has rufous band across belly and flanks, male does not.