Guam Kingfisher

Todiramphus cinnamominus

Conservation Status

Extinct in the Wild

Aves · Coraciiformes · Alcedinidae

About

The Guam kingfisher, called sihek in Chamorro, is a species of kingfisher from the United States Territory of Guam. It is restricted to a captive breeding program following its extinction in the wild due primarily to predation by the introduced brown tree snake.

Fun Fact

In the indigenous Chamorro language, it is referred to as sihek.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Restricted to a captive breeding program following its extinction in the wild due primarily to predation by the introduced brown tree snake.

Diet

Feeds on Insects, Spiders, Lizards, and small crustaceans.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Overexploitation
Invasive Species

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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