Crested Kingfisher

Crested Kingfisher

Its feathers stand up like a crown.

Characteristics

It is the largest of the Japanese kingfisher birds, growing to a length of just under 40cm. Its whole body is black and white with a white belly. Males have a brownish chest.

Its distinctive, upturned crest is the origin of its English name "Crested".

Picture of Crested Kingfisher

Ecology

A small number of them live as resident birds in mountain streams and ponds. They can also be seen on the coast. They live alone or in pairs.

Like kingfishers, they dive into the water to catch fish.

Habitat

On the coast of Hokkaido

While driving along the coastline of Rausu Town in Hokkaido, I discovered an individual perched on a branch overhanging the sea. I stopped the car and took a photo from the window. It was refreshing to see it on the coastline.

Pictures

Introducing a picture of Crested Kingfisher.

Picture of Crested Kingfisher1|The crest feathers are standing up.
The crest feathers are standing up.
Picture of Crested Kingfisher2|It has black and white spots.
It has black and white spots.
Picture of Crested Kingfisher3|It was perched on a branch on the shore.
It was perched on a branch on the shore.
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