Black-backed Dwarf Kingfisher
Ceyx erithaca
Near ThreatenedAves · Coraciiformes · Alcedinidae
About
The black-backed dwarf kingfisher, also known as the three-toed kingfisher, is a pocket-sized bird in the family Alcedinidae. It was formerly considered as conspecific with the rufous-backed dwarf kingfisher and together the species complex was known by the English name "oriental dwarf kingfisher".
Fun Fact
The black-backed dwarf kingfisher is one of the smallest known kingfisher species.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in deciduous and evergreen primary and secondary forests, but also in alluvial forests, mangroves, overgrown rubber gardens, or in dense aggregations of palms, bamboos, or shrubs.
Diet
Prey are typically brought back to a perch, where the bird will strike it repeatedly with its beak before swallowing.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change