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A most azuring kingfisher
The Bosun

A most azuring kingfisher (Ceyx azureus)

Just back from a week spent around Noosa in Queensland, including a half day tour on the Noosa River. One of our most exciting finds was this Azure Kingfisher, of which we have only seen once before.
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Habitat
The Azure Kingfisher is never far from water, preferring freshwater rivers and creeks as well as billabongs, lakes, swamps and dams, usually in shady overhanging vegetation.
Location
Noosa River, Queensland, Australia
Date taken
28th November, 2014.
Scientific name
Ceyx azureus
Equipment used
Sony a65 SLT, Sony 500mm Reflex
delia todd
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What a lovely find for you Eric. Most be one of the most beautiful of kingfishers.

A super picture this one. Many thanks lad.

It sounds like you had a great week too.
 
carann
A beautifully detailed, colourful image of this gorgeous Kingfisher, Bosun !!! Thanks for sharing.
 

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