little friarbird

Posted by gregc on Wed Apr 28, 2021 7:29 am

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Little Friarbird (Philemon citreogularis) getting its bill covered in pollen from the grevillea. This is an immature bird, indicated by the yellow throat and the pale blue cheeks.

ISO1600, 600mm, f6.3, 1/2500 by Sony.

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by John Meade on Wed Apr 28, 2021 10:57 am

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The natural perch and calling pose are excellent. Very good detail in the bird also.

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by Ron Day on Wed Apr 28, 2021 2:59 pm

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What a great setting! Love the natural habitat and the lovely pose! Thanks for the note about the pollen on the bill – excellent behavioral image!

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by Karl Egressy on Wed Apr 28, 2021 5:19 pm

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Excellent calling pose and perch.

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by Carol Clarke on Wed Apr 28, 2021 6:01 pm

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Interesting information and a lovely capture of this species!

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by david fletcher on Thu Apr 29, 2021 12:34 pm