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Sacred Kingfisher, Kotare (Todiramphus sanctus)
Native.
Often seen perched on powerlines, branches or poles, kingfishers swoop down into the water to catch fish, or onto the mudflats to catch crabs.

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Sacred Kingfisher, Kotare (Todiramphus sanctus)
Native.
Often seen perched on powerlines, branches or poles, kingfishers swoop down into the water to catch fish, or onto the mudflats to catch crabs.