Sula Kingfisher

Ceyx flumenicola

The Sula Kingfisher (Ceyx flumenicola) is a small, brightly colored kingfisher found in the Sula Islands of Indonesia. It has a distinctive combination of bright blue and orange plumage, with a long, sharp bill for catching small fish and aquatic invertebrates. This species is known for its rapid, direct flight over forested streams and rivers, where it hunts for prey by perching on overhanging branches. The Sula Kingfisher is a solitary bird, often seen in pairs during the breeding season. Its population is currently stable, but it faces potential threats from habitat loss and degradation.

Habitat: Forest streams and rivers