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Todiramphus chloris
Diet
Fish, crabs, large insects
Habitat
Coasts, mangroves, rivers
Range
South and Southeast Asia to Australia and the Pacific
Clutch size
2–4 eggs
Incubation period
About 20–22 days
Size
Medium (24–25cm)
Wingspan
~38–42cm
Weight
~50–90g
A common, widespread kingfisher with a blue-green back, white collar and underparts, found along coasts, mangroves and rivers throughout Sabah.
Hunts fish, crabs and large insects from an exposed perch, tolerant of disturbed and human-modified habitats, and one of the most frequently seen kingfishers on any itinerary.