Indigo-banded Kingfisher
Ceyx cyanopectus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Coraciiformes · Alcedinidae
About
The Indigo-banded kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. It is endemic to the Philippines found on the islands of Luzon, Mindoro, Masbate and the Western Visayas region. Some authorities consider this to be two separate species namely the birds from Western Visayas as the South indigo banded kingfisher and the birds from Luzon, Mindoro and Masbate as the North indigo banded kingfisher. Its habitat are in streams in tropical moist lowland forest. It is declining in population due to habitat loss and degradation.
Fun Fact
Some authorities consider this to be two separate species namely the birds from Western Visayas as the South indigo banded kingfisher and the birds from Luzon, Mindoro and Masbate as the North indigo banded kingfisher.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the remnant forests.
Diet
Feeds on fish and aquatic insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance