Lazuli Kingfisher
Todiramphus lazuli
LCLeast Concern Endemic to Indonesia
- Family
- Kingfishers (Alcedinidae)
- Order
- Coraciiformes
Overview
The lazuli kingfisher (Todiramphus lazuli) is a species of bird in the family Alcedinidae. It can be found on the islands of Seram, Ambon and Haruku. Found singly and in pairs in lowland wooded areas, including cultivated areas and mangroves. Pale blue underside is unique among kingfishers in its limited south Moluccan range.
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Range and habitat
Southern Moluccas (Ambon, Seram, and Haruku).
Range description: AviList Global Avian Checklist.
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Lazuli kingfisher
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
