Wallace's kingfisher

Ceyx wallacii

Wallace's kingfisher (Ceyx wallacii) is a small, vibrant bird found in the forests of Indonesia and Malaysia. It has a distinctive turquoise-blue plumage on its back and wings, with a bright rufous-orange belly. This species is known for its rapid, low flight over streams and rivers, where it hunts for small fish and aquatic invertebrates. Wallace's kingfisher is a solitary bird, often perching on overhanging branches near water bodies. Its melodious call adds to the enchanting ambiance of its tropical forest habitat.

Habitat: Tropical forests near streams and rivers