: Breeds. but noisily conspicuous around freshwater mid May-early Sep.
: on fresh and saltwater early Apr-late May and mid Sep-late Nov with from late Mar and to early Dec.
: mid Dec-Mar as long as there's open water along protected salt water shorelines. Lingerers almost always males.
Miscellany: Belted Kingfisher's actual nest site, excavated in nearly vertical earthen banks, may be up to several miles from water.
Last Updated: April 25th, 2022