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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Coraciiformes Alcedinidae

Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher

Ceyx melanurus

Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher · BirdGacha

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Illustration · not to scale

Body Mass
22.8 g
Diet
Omnivorous
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 73

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 73).

DEF 48

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 48).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Oriental: Philippines (except West Visayas & Palawan group and Sulu Arch.) Habitat: Forest & Woodland
3 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Ceyx melanurus melanurus

    Luzon, Polillo, Alabat and Catanduanes (n Philippines)

  • Ceyx melanurus samarensis

    Samar and Leyte (ec Philippines)

  • Ceyx melanurus platenae

    Mindanao and Basilan (s Philippines)

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Ceyx melanurus

Which family does it belong to?

Kingfishers (Alcedinidae)

Where is it found?

Oriental: Philippines (except West Visayas & Palawan group and Sulu Arch.)

Sources & credits

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