The Lonely
Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) - wildlife Sri Lanka
Taken at Kumana NP, Sri Lanka.
Dear friends Stay safe and Healthy!
FACTS:
Fairly common but small, often rather shy, and inconspicuous. Beautiful blue-and-orange plumage, in combination with habitat and habits, is basically unmistakable. Found along rivers, streams, lakes, and ponds—almost any fresh or brackish habitat with small fish. Often perches quietly in trees over water; most often seen in very fast low flight as a turquoise flash over the water, usually flying away. Easily detected once its high, shrill whistled call is learned, even if the bird itself is hidden.
(eBird)
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DFC_3468
The Lonely
Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) - wildlife Sri Lanka
Taken at Kumana NP, Sri Lanka.
Dear friends Stay safe and Healthy!
FACTS:
Fairly common but small, often rather shy, and inconspicuous. Beautiful blue-and-orange plumage, in combination with habitat and habits, is basically unmistakable. Found along rivers, streams, lakes, and ponds—almost any fresh or brackish habitat with small fish. Often perches quietly in trees over water; most often seen in very fast low flight as a turquoise flash over the water, usually flying away. Easily detected once its high, shrill whistled call is learned, even if the bird itself is hidden.
(eBird)
Thank you for your visits, faves and comments. Constructive criticism and suggestions are most welcome!
DFC_3468