Observations and reinterpretation of kingfisher-raptor interactions
January 1, 1978
Reported observations of Belted Kingfisher (Megaceryle alcyon)-raptor interactions have ranged from brief encounters where the kingfisher escaped the raptor and the hawk subsequently flew away to repeated chases (Johnson 1925, McCabe and McCabe 1928, Skinner 1928, Smith 1963). In some repetitive chases, kingfishers appeared to initiate the interaction (McCabe and McCabe 1928, Skinner 1928).
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Title | Observations and reinterpretation of kingfisher-raptor interactions |
| Authors | Ronald E. Kirby, Mark R. Fuller |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | The Auk |
| Index ID | 5220947 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Patuxent Wildlife Research Center |