Appearance
This is a relatively large kingfisher, measuring up to 28 cm. It has a piebald colouring with white belly and collar, and olive to black upper parts. The beak is dark. Its call is a slow 'ki-ki-ki'; it may also utter series of three loud wails.Distribution
The sombre kingfisher occurs only on Halmahera, where it inhabits primary forest, swamp-forest, mature secondary woodland, and mangroves. It may visit cultivated areas such as plantations.Status
The species has been protected under Indonesian law since 1931 and benefits from several protected areas. However, it is currently classified as Least concern by the IUCN.References:
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