This beautiful red bird visits Amami Oshima every year between May and September. It is a migratory species and one of the island’s seasonal highlights. There are actually two types of Ruddy Kingfisher found on the island. Both have bright red to purplish feathers and look like red-colored kingfishers. These birds are active during the day, and you may see them flying through the forest, especially when driving on quiet mountain roads. During the daytime, they often rest on tree branches or power lines, so look up and you might find one napping. This stunning bird is so iconic that it was chosen as the symbol of Link Adventures, whose logo features its shape.
| Scientific name | Halcyon coromanda |
| Habitat | Asian countries |
| Activity | Diurnal |
| Conservation status | Least Concern |