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==Distribution==
 
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Breeds in Indian subcontinent,Myanmar,China and Korea.Winters throughout S.E.Asia to Sumatra, Borneo,Sulawesi and the Philippines.
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==Taxonomy==
 
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==Habitat==

Revision as of 10:59, 27 July 2007

Halcyon pileata
Photo by nothinghill
Location: Thailand

Identification

From White-throated Kingfisher by black head and rufous belly and flanks separted by white throat and collar.Bill bright red,wings and upper coverts deeper blue.In flight shows conspicous white patch at base of primaries.Size-30cm.

Distribution

Breeds in Indian subcontinent,Myanmar,China and Korea.Winters throughout S.E.Asia to Sumatra, Borneo,Sulawesi and the Philippines.

Taxonomy

Habitat

Behaviour

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