Sulawesi kingfisher

Ceyx margarethae

The Sulawesi kingfisher (Ceyx margarethae) is a small, brightly colored bird found in the forests and mangroves of Sulawesi, Indonesia. It has a distinctive bright blue and orange plumage, with a long, sharp bill for catching small fish and insects. This species is known for its rapid, direct flight and its distinctive high-pitched calls. The Sulawesi kingfisher is highly territorial and often found near water bodies where it hunts for prey. Due to habitat loss and fragmentation, this species is facing increasing threats to its survival.

Habitat: Forests and mangroves