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Cryptid of the Day: Ryukyu Kingfisher

Description: The Ryukyu Kingfisher, a 9 ½ inch bird, lived in Japan’s Miyako Island, but only one specimen was ever collected back in 1887. It’s believed that the bird went extinct due to the introduction of rats to the island. However, some have reported seeing the bird and believe they are still alive.