Collared Kingfisher's long stay — Caspian Tern, Red Collared Dove, Chinese Pond Heron
The Collared Kingfisher on Ishigaki has been staying a long time. Its daily routine is settled, and it really feels like it will see the new year in. Caspian Terns and Black-headed Gulls are also visiting the beach where the Collared Kingfisher is found.
In nearby rice paddies, the first Taiga Bean Geese of the season were confirmed — a flock of six. Chinese Pond Herons, Red Collared Doves and Common Starlings are also present. It is all right on the doorstep, so there is plenty to enjoy there during the times when the Collared Kingfisher is not showing.
A Collared Kingfisher resting at its high-tide roost. Shot from behind cover because of the close distance.
A few Caspian Terns are staying in the area.
A few Red-necked Stints as well.
Black-headed Gull, adult winter.
Black-headed Gull, first-winter.
Two Chinese Pond Herons have been appearing in the rice paddies and irrigation channels for the past several days.
The first Bean Geese of the season arrived. A small flock of six.
Rain was falling heavily at times.
Rosy Starling, adult male.
Rosy Starling, adult female. Noticeably smaller than the Oriental Turtle Dove.
A Common Starling was also among the flock of Rosy Starlings and Oriental Turtle Doves.
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