Common Paradise-Kingfisher
Tanysiptera galatea
Least ConcernAves · Coraciiformes · Alcedinidae
About
The common paradise kingfisher, also known as the Galatea paradise kingfisher and the racquet-tailed kingfisher, is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests of the Maluku Islands and New Guinea. Like all paradise kingfishers, it has a red bill and colourful plumage. The species is common and the IUCN has assessed its conservation status as being of "least concern".
Fun Fact
The Amboynese species, of which a very accurate representation is here given, is one of the largest and handsomest.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the forested interior of New Guinea and on some of the offshore islands to the north.
Diet
Diet consists of such invertebrates as earthworms, grasshoppers, beetles, caterpillars, centipedes and snails, and occasionally lizards.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance