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Malachite Kingfisher
Steve G

Malachite Kingfisher (Alcedo cristata)

Smaller than the Eurasian Kingfisher this wee beauty has a small crest which is not often visible (hence the scientific name: "cristata" =crested).
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Habitat
rivers and freshwater lakes
Location
Lake Baringo, Kenya
Date taken
28/07/11
Scientific name
Alcedo cristata
Equipment used
Canon 7D + 500mm IS + 1.4x TC handheld from a boat
gmax
New bird for me, and such an elegant and balanced composition ... really well done
 

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