Black-capped Kingfisher

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Black-capped Kingfisher (<em>Halcyon pileata</em>) is a species of Kingfishers (<em>Alcedinidae</em>) in the order Kingfishers and Allies.

Overview

Black-capped Kingfisher (Halcyon pileata) is a species of Kingfishers (Alcedinidae) in the order Kingfishers and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Halcyon; binomial: Halcyon pileata; authority: (Boddaert, 1783).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region. Non-breeding range: to India, se Asia, Greater Sundas and Sulawesi region.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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