The
white-throated kingfisher (Halcyon smyrnensis) also known as the
white-breasted kingfisher or Smyrna kingfisher, is a tree kingfisher,
widely distributed in Eurasia from Bulgaria, Turkey, West Asia east
through the Indian subcontinent, Pakistan to the Philippines. This kingfisher is a
resident over much of its range, although some populations may make
short distance movements. It can often be found well away from water
where it feeds on a wide range of prey that includes small reptiles,
amphibians, crabs, small rodents and even birds. During the breeding
season they call loudly in the mornings from prominent perches including
the tops of buildings in urban areas or on wires.
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