Mangrove Kingfisher
Halcyon senegaloides
Least ConcernAves · Coraciiformes · Alcedinidae
About
The mangrove kingfisher is a kingfisher in the genus Halcyon. It is similar in appearance to the woodland kingfisher. It is found along the eastern coastline of Sub-Saharan Africa, living in woodland, along rivers, and in estuaries and mangrove. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has assessed it as being of least concern.
Fun Fact
It is similar in appearance to the woodland kingfisher.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs within 20 km (12 mi) of the coast, but is also found inland along the Jubba and Zambezi rivers.
Diet
Eats crabs, prawns, lizards and insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance