It is reputed to be the world's longest bird (measured from bill to tail) that is capable of sustained hovering in still air. (1)
Whenever we happen upon stretches of shallow water I always keep an eye out for the distinctive pale shape hovering in mid air.
Recently I was fortunate enough to be in a position where I could get some reasonable pictures of this kingfisher hovering.
I hope you like them as much as I do!
(1) Carnaby, Trevor; Beat about the Bush - Birds, Jacana 2008