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Alcedo pusilla
The Little Kingfisher is the smallest Australian kingfisher. It is deep glossy blue above extending down side of breast. Chest is pure white and there is a white spot before the eye and also on the neck. Size: 12cm
Freshwater lagoon
Food: Crustaceans, reptiles, insects and their larvae Breeding: Nests in burrow in creek bank. Lays 4-5 glossy white eggs.
Spotted on Jul 24, 2014
Submitted on Jul 24, 2014
7 Comments
Thanks armadeus.4
Gorgeous little bird. Great shots Mac! Thank you for sharing :)
Thanks Daniele
Great pictures Mac!
Thanks Ernst
Thanks Martin, yes a very large bill for such a small bird.
That's a great shot.
What a large bill!