The Guam Kingfisher

(Todiramphus cinnamominus)


The Guam kingfisher is a medium-sized bird (roughly the size of a robin ) with a large head and strong beak. It is an aggressive bird that establishes and defends nesting territories, and it has a loud, raspy, distinct call.
This species was once found only on the island of Guam but is now extinct in the wild. In Chamorro, this species is known as "sihek" on Guam. See the Guam Kingfisher in action.

Coded by Navreen Aulakh