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The Belted Kingfisher
(Ceryle alcyon), is a large, conspicuous and noisy kingfisher, the only member of that group commonly found in the United States and Canada.
It is 28 - 36 cm long, with deep blue or bluish-gray plumage with white markings, and a broad white collar around the neck.
It
often seen perched prominently on trees, posts, or other suitable watchpoints close to water before plunging in after its fish prey.
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