Buru Dwarf Kingfisher
Ceyx cajeli
The Buru Dwarf Kingfisher (Ceyx cajeli) is a legendary kingfisher found only in Indonesia, weighing about 21 g. The Buru dwarf kingfisher, is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae that is endemic to Buru Island in Indonesia.
About the Buru Dwarf Kingfisher
The Buru dwarf kingfisher, is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae that is endemic to Buru Island in Indonesia. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: June, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in November. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Buru Dwarf Kingfisher look like?
- The Buru dwarf kingfisher, is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae that is endemic to Buru Island in Indonesia.
- How big is a Buru Dwarf Kingfisher?
- The Buru Dwarf Kingfisher is a small sized bird weighing about 21 g.
- Where can you see a Buru Dwarf Kingfisher?
- The Buru Dwarf Kingfisher is endemic to Indonesia, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Buru Dwarf Kingfisher?
- The Buru Dwarf Kingfisher is most easily confused with the Makira Dwarf Kingfisher, the North Solomons Dwarf Kingfisher and the New Georgia Dwarf Kingfisher.
- Is the Buru Dwarf Kingfisher endangered?
- The Buru Dwarf Kingfisher is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
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