Papua New Guinea (B) (NB), Solomon Islands (B) (NB).
Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.
Population
Estimated population is 250 - 999 (2010) and decreasing.
Status EN
As a hole nesting species predation by introduced rats and cats is the main threat. Logging of lowland areas may also be a threat.
For more information see BirdLife International Species Factsheet.
Voice
A loud, ringing laugh 'ko-ko-ko-ko'. Often heard before dawn and after dusk.
Moustached Kingfisher (Actenoides bougainvillei) [XC283791]
by Frank Lambert from Chupukama Ridge Guadalcanal 1470m, Solomon Islands (song)
Moustached Kingfisher (Actenoides bougainvillei) [XC283789]
by Frank Lambert from Chupukama Ridge Guadalcanal 1470m, Solomon Islands (song)
Subspecies
Genus often merged into Halcyon. This species geographically separated from congeners and may provide a link between Actenoides and Tanysiptera.
excelsus (Mayr, 1941) - Guadalcanal (southern Solomons). Considered by some authors to be a distinct species, Guadalcanal Moustached Kingfisher (Actenoides excelsus).
BirdLife International Species Factsheet