Black-capped Kingfisher
- Scientific name
- Halcyon pileata
- Family
- Alcedinidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Wetland marsh
- Wing shape
- Broad
- Tail shape
- Square
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Why it matters
The black-capped kingfisher is a striking member of the tree kingfisher family, recognized by its namesake dark crown and vivid violet-blue plumage. Its broad wings and square-shaped tail are well-adapted for its range across coastal forests and mangroves in Asia, where it is a prized sighting for bird enthusiasts due to its distinctive coloring and elusive nature.
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