Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)(Kawasemi)

カワセミ

"Flying Jewels" that can be seen from the bridge

The common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is also called the “flying jewel” because of its beautiful dark blue-green or sky-blue color. They are slightly larger than sparrows, and catch crayfish or small fish in the water. If you are lucky, you may catch a glimpse of them from a bridge over the Ikushi-gawa River where the ancient trail passes.

Information

Municipality
Kushimoto Town
Area
Ikushi, Kushimoto Town
Season / Time zone
Spring Summer Autumn Winter / Daytime
Weather conditions
Sunny Cloudy
Frequency of appearance
Rare

Access

15 minutes’ walk from JR Kii-Hime Station

Recommended spot

JR Kushimoto Station > JR Koza Station