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Megaceryle torquata
Adult Ringed kingfisher perched above the water.
Near bodies of water where fish are present. Wooded riparian areas.
This bird is one of a mated pair, and its territory still overlaps with that of its juvenile offspring. Usually an evasive bird, this individual allowed the photographer to approach. The juvenile was nearby; perhaps this adult was attempting to draw attention away from it.
Spotted on Oct 23, 2014
Submitted on Oct 24, 2014
1 Comment
Nice spotting. What a handsome little bird.