Sunderban Diary Oct-13

[Vipin Sharma]

The White-collared Kingfisher (scientific name: Todirhamphus chloris), this blue-and-white bird is commonly spotted in mangrove and coastal areas of Sunderbans.
Both sexes are alike, although the female is more greenish in colour when seen in comparison with the male. Juveniles are similar to adults but are greener on the upper parts and buff on the underparts.
This kingfisher has several calls and 6-7 types have been recorded, one of which is a distinctive and harsh-sounding "krek krek krek". It occurs singly or in pairs and can remain inactive on a perch for long periods of time with little movement. Its flight is swift and direct.
Shooting Mode Shutter-Priority AE
Tv( Shutter Speed ) 1/1000
Av( Aperture Value ) 11.0
Metering Mode Evaluative Metering
Exposure Compensation 0
ISO Speed 800
Auto ISO Speed OFF
Lens 150-500mm
Focal Length 500.0mm