Blue-winged Kookaburra (Dacelo leachii) — Least Concern Aves

Blue-winged Kookaburra

Dacelo leachii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Coraciiformes · Alcedinidae

About

The blue-winged kookaburra is a large species of kingfisher native to northern Australia and southern New Guinea.

Fun Fact

Measuring around 40 cm (16 in), it is slightly smaller than the more familiar laughing kookaburra.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in family groups of up to 12 individuals, it lives in open savannah woodland and Melaleuca swamps, as well as farmlands such as sugarcane plantations.

Diet

Eats a great variety of animals that live on or close to the ground.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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