There are numerous species of Kingfisher, characterised by their
colourful plumage, dagger-like bills, short tails and quick darting
flight. He is a sit-and-wait predator, perching, watching and waiting
for prey. His eyesight is excellent, but he has limited movement in the
socket and frequently turns his head. His eyes also possess a
nictitating membrane to cover them underwater, allowing him to keep them
open. He is excellent at determining position underwater, compensating
for refraction. Although they do eat fish, Kingfishers also feed on
insects, small mammals. Many species of Kingfisher live some distance
from water. Nests are a short tunnel, dug into a clay banks. Some pairs
excavate their own, others use natural crevices, including termite
mounds.
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