Green Kingfisher

Chloroceryle americana

The Green Kingfisher (Chloroceryle americana) is a small, stocky bird found in the Americas. With its distinctive green and white plumage, it is easily recognizable. This species is often found near slow-moving streams, rivers, and ponds, where it perches on low branches or rocks, waiting to dive for fish and aquatic invertebrates. The Green Kingfisher is known for its rapid, direct flight and its distinctive high-pitched call. It is a solitary bird, typically seen in pairs during the breeding season. Despite being relatively common in its range, habitat loss and pollution are threats to its populations.

Habitat: Rivers, streams, ponds