Lazuli Kingfisher
Todiramphus lazuli
The Lazuli Kingfisher (Todiramphus lazuli) is a legendary kingfisher found only in Indonesia, weighing about 65 g. The lazuli kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae.
About the Lazuli Kingfisher
The lazuli kingfisher is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. It can be found on the islands of Seram, Ambon and Haruku. Found singly and in pairs in lowland wooded areas, including cultivated areas and mangroves. Pale blue underside is unique among kingfishers in its limited south Moluccan range. Rowdy vocalizations include repetitive "ker-chick" series and "ki-ki-ki-ki…" calls. It gets its name due to its colour being reminiscent of lapis lazuli.
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How to identify it
A stunning blue-and-white kingfisher with entirely blue upperparts in both sexes. Female has white throat and pale blue breast and belly, but male shows more white, with pale blue confined to belly. Juvenile resembles dull male, with buff throat, spot near bill, and speckled breast and collar.
Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, May, 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
- How do you identify a Lazuli Kingfisher?
- A stunning blue-and-white kingfisher with entirely blue upperparts in both sexes. Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Lazuli Kingfisher?
- The Lazuli Kingfisher is a medium sized bird weighing about 65 g.
- Where can you see a Lazuli Kingfisher?
- The Lazuli Kingfisher is endemic to Indonesia, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Lazuli Kingfisher?
- The Lazuli Kingfisher is most easily confused with the Chattering Kingfisher, the Ultramarine Kingfisher and the White-mantled Kingfisher.
- Is the Lazuli Kingfisher endangered?
- The Lazuli Kingfisher is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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