Brown-breasted Kingfisher
Halcyon gularis
The Brown-breasted Kingfisher (Halcyon gularis) is a rare kingfisher found in 2 countries, weighing about 91 g. The brown-breasted kingfisher is a tree kingfisher endemic to the Philippines, where it is widely distributed.
About the Brown-breasted Kingfisher
The brown-breasted kingfisher is a tree kingfisher endemic to the Philippines, where it is widely distributed. This kingfisher is a resident over much of its range.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in India.
When to see it
The Brown-breasted Kingfisher can be seen all year round, with peak activity in March. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Brown-breasted Kingfisher look like?
- The brown-breasted kingfisher is a tree kingfisher endemic to the Philippines, where it is widely distributed.
- How big is a Brown-breasted Kingfisher?
- The Brown-breasted Kingfisher is a medium sized bird weighing about 91 g.
- Where can you see a Brown-breasted Kingfisher?
- The Brown-breasted Kingfisher occurs in 2 countries, including the Philippines.
- What birds look similar to a Brown-breasted Kingfisher?
- The Brown-breasted Kingfisher is most easily confused with the Ruddy Kingfisher, the Chocolate-backed Kingfisher and the Blue-breasted Kingfisher.
- Is the Brown-breasted Kingfisher endangered?
- The Brown-breasted Kingfisher is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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