Solomon Islands kingfisher

Ceyx websteri

The Solomon Islands kingfisher (Ceyx websteri) is a small, brightly colored bird found in the Solomon Islands. It has a vibrant blue and orange plumage, with a distinctive white patch on its wings. This species is known for its rapid and direct flight pattern as it hunts for small fish, crustaceans, and insects near streams and rivers. The Solomon Islands kingfisher nests in tunnels dug into the riverbanks, where it lays its eggs and raises its young. Due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species, the population of this kingfisher is declining, and it is currently classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Riverside forests and streams