Malaysian Blue-banded Kingfisher
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    Malaysian Blue-banded Kingfisher

    Alcedo peninsulae

    Waterbirds
    Near Threatened

    Conservation Status

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    NT - Near ThreatenedUnknown population

    Close to qualifying as threatened in the near future.

    The Malaysian blue-banded kingfisher faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion. While specific recovery programs are not widely documented, protecting its forest and mangrove habitats is crucial for its survival. Responsible safari tourism can help by supporting local conservation efforts and raising awareness about the importance of preserving these vital ecosystems.

    The Malaysian blue-banded kingfisher is a species of kingfisher in the subfamily, Alcedininae. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical mangrove forests, and rivers. It is found in Myanmar, the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo.

    Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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