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Flat-billed kingfisher

Flat-billed kingfisher

Species of bird

The flat-billed kingfisher (Todiramphus recurvirostris) is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. It is endemic to Samoa.

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Distribution

Flat-billed kingfishers are found on the islands of Upolu and Savai'i in lowland and coastal areas.[2] They were found not found in upland forests above 1,200m, most likely because food items become increasingly scarce with increased elevation.[2]

Ecology

Like other species of kingfishers, the flat-billed kingfisher eats a variety of different food sources. However, they appear to be somewhat reliant on large insects and reptiles as part of their diet.[2]

References

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  1. [1]
    BirdLife International (2016). "Todiramphus recurvirostris". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2016: e.T22683368A92985172. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2016-3.RLTS.T22683368A92985172.en. Retrieved 12 November 2021.
  2. [2]
    Wilson Orithological Society (2016). "NOTES ON THE NATURAL HISTORY, TAXONOMY, AND CONSERVATION OF THE ENDEMIC AVIFAUNA OF THE SAMOAN ARCHIPELAGO".


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