Megaceryle lugubris (Crested kingfisher)
Megaceryle lugubris – Crested kingfisher (click to enlarge)
| Common name | Crested Kingfisher |
| Scientific name | Megaceryle lugubris |
| Family | Cerylidae |
| Description | It is a very large (41 cm) black and white kingfisher evenly barred wings and tail. It lacks a supercilium and has a spotted breast, which is sometimes mixed with rufous. This bird is mainly found in mountain rivers and larger rivers in foothills. It is one of the more spectacular birds of the area with its barred black-and- white appearance. It is commonly found in streams between 250-1800m. |