New Zealand kingfisher, Halcyon sancta vagans, AV525

Physical Description

Study skin of a kingfisher, with tail, body and head in a straight line. Head is tilted so the beak is pointing up. Wings are folded down against its sides, and legs are crossed in front of the body.

Field Collection

Leith Valley

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 40 x 50 x 220mm

Sex

Male