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African Shrike-Flycatcher composite
Steve G

African Shrike-Flycatcher composite (Megabyas flammulatus)

A rarely photographed bird. Sometimes placed in the genus Bias.
These small active birds stick to the canopy where they are difficult to see.

The species is sexually dimorphic, the dapper black and white male contrasting with the brown spot-breasted female.
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Habitat
Rain forest
Location
Kakamega forest, Kenya
Date taken
01/08/11
Scientific name
Megabyas flammulatus
Equipment used
Canon 7D + 500mm IS + 1.4x TC + tripod
Stanley Jones
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Great post Steve, that is a lot of sexual dimorphism. Superb focus, color, lighting, feather detail, and eye contact taken in great settings. Exceptional!!!
 

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