Brown-breasted Kingfisher

Halcyon gularis

The Brown-breasted Kingfisher (Halcyon gularis) is a medium-sized kingfisher found in the forests and woodlands of Southeast Asia. It has a distinctive brown and white plumage, with a bright blue and rufous chest. This species is known for its distinctive call, a series of loud, rapid, and high-pitched notes. The Brown-breasted Kingfisher primarily feeds on small fish, insects, and crustaceans, which it catches by diving from a perch into the water. It nests in burrows dug into the riverbanks or in termite mounds. Despite being relatively widespread, its population is declining due to habitat loss and degradation.

Habitat: Forests and woodlands