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Giant Kingfisher (Megaceryle maxima)

The Giant Kingfisher is the largest South African Kingfisher. Uncommon, it inhabits wooded streams, lakes, rivers and the seashore. Usually solitary, it perches in a low branch over water. It sometimes hovers while feeding. Feeds on fish, frogs and crabs.
Nests in a long tunnel in river banks, usually near the top of the bank.

Compare with Woodland Kingfisher



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