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Black-capped kingfisher, Malaysia                                 Black-capped kingfisher,Halcyon pileata Click/tap to enlarge Country intro

Black-capped kingfisher, Malaysia

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The black-capped kingfisher is a tree kingfisher which is widely distributed in tropical Asia from India east to China, Korea and Southeast Asia. It is distinctive in having a black cap that contrasts with the whitish throat, purple blue wings and the coral red bill.

Species identified by Albert Kang
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By Albert Kang

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Uploaded May 5, 2022. Captured Sep 27, 2021 11:00.
  • Canon PowerShot SX60 HS
  • f/6.5
  • 1/318s
  • ISO800
  • 247mm