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Brown-capped Rosy-Finch
A very lucky find at a pull off along Trail Ridge Road, Rocky Mountain National Park. The altitude at the pull off was about 11,500 ft.
Habitat
Alpine tundra
Location
Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
Date taken
June 16, 2019
Scientific name
Leucosticte australis
Equipment used
Nikon D500, 300mm f/4 PF Lens
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Great find and shot of this Forum rarity ... brilliant work ... tfs ...
 
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What a great picture you've taken of this rosy-finch Dan!!! As Alok said, such a rare visitor to the Gallery too (the first image to come in for 10 years!!!)

I think this is an improvement on the current picture in The Opus, so I'll upload your one there shortly.

Many thanks for sharing it with us lad.
 

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