Brown-hooded Kingfisher

Conservation Status:

It is listed as Least Concern, with a large and stable population.

Population Trends:

The species shows a stable trend, supported by its adaptability to different habitats.

Population Size:

Exact numbers are not well known

Family:

Alcedinidae

Location:

In Uganda

Habitat:

It is found in woodlands, savannas, forest edges, and open country, often perched on trees or wires scanning for prey.

Migration Pattern:

The Brown-hooded Kingfisher is partially migratory, with some seasonal movements across Africa

Migration Distance:

Typically covering hundreds of kilometers following rainfall and food availability.
Brown-hooded Kingfisher
Brown-hooded Kingfisher

About this Bird:

A Quiet Jewel of the Woodlands

The Brown-hooded Kingfisher (Halcyon albiventris) is a calm and striking bird, easily recognized by its brown head, bright blue wings, and red bill. Unlike many kingfishers, it is often found far from water, hunting insects and small prey from quiet perches. It belongs to the Alcedinidae family.

A Quiet Presence Beyond Water

Simple yet beautiful, this kingfisher reminds us that nature often breaks its own rules thriving even where we least expect it.

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