About the Flat-billed Kingfisher
The flat-billed kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. It is endemic to Samoa.
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The flat-billed kingfisher is a compact bird characterized by a comparatively short, shallow, and wide bill. It features deep blue wings, a greenish-blue back, and a blue cap. A distinct buffy-white patch is located in front of the eye, which narrows above it to form an eyebrow. Its underparts exhibit a cinnamon wash.The species produces a vocalization consisting of a series of short, sharp "kik" notes.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Peak activity in July · a winter visitor species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Sombre KingfisherTodiramphus funebrisThis is a relatively large kingfisher, measuring up to 28 cm (11 in).
Blue-black KingfisherTodiramphus nigrocyaneusThe blue-black kingfisher is 23 cm (9.1 inches) long and weighs 51–57 grams (1.8–2.0 ounces).
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