The Belted Kingfisher is a medium-sized bird with a shaggy crest, slate blue upperparts, and distinctive white underparts adorned with a broad, blue-gray breast band.
Females display an additional rusty band on their bellies, making them one of the few bird species where females are more colorful than males.
Often seen perched along the banks of rivers, lakes, and coastal waters across North America, the Belted Kingfisher is known for its impressive fishing prowess. With a loud, rattling call that resonates across the water, this bird plunges headfirst into the water to catch fish, showcasing its incredible hunting skills.
