Spangled kookaburra
The spangled kookaburra also called Aru giant kingfisher, is a little-known species of kookaburra found in the Aru Islands, Trans-Fly savanna and grasslands of southern New Guinea. Practically nothing is known of its family life or breeding biology.Taxonomy
Two subspecies are recognised:
- D. T. tyro – Aru Islands, Indonesia
- D. T. archboldi – New Guinea
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Description
The spangled kookaburra grows to in length, with females growing slightly larger than males. It has bright blue wings and tail, a white chest and belly, dark eyes, and a striking white-spotted black head. The upper mandible is dark grey whilst the lower mandible is white. Males and females look alike.
