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Black Butcherbird
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Black Butcherbird (Cracticus quoyi)

This photograph really shows the hook at the end of its beak.
Habitat
Garden
Location
Port Douglas, Queensland
Date taken
1 September 2010
Scientific name
Cracticus quoyi
Equipment used
Canon 7D + Canon 100-400 zoom lens
It sure does Dick...You wouldn't want a nip on the arse from that mate...Lovely capture.
 
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Actually, it shows it beautifully Dick. I didn't realize their beaks were that large. An awesome closeup guy.
 
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Oh yes, it does, doesn't it!!! That's quite a serious tool he has doesn't he.

A super picture this Dick - very well done lad.
 
Be very careful of that butcher bill next you get so close to him, Dick!! Lol. Wonderful pose & close up shot of this butcher!! tfs.
 

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