It seems that kingfishers are much more approachable by boat than they are on foot. This beautiful Amazon Kingfisher gave us front and back views as we drifted closer and closer until we were so close I couldn’t fit the bird in the photo. I love it when they show off their massive beak like this, the spots under the tail were and extra bonus. Now if I could just find such an accommodating Belted Kingfisher…

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Chloroceryle amazona