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Eastern Spinebill
peterday

Eastern Spinebill (Acanthorhynchus tenuirostris)

Another photo from the bird bath on a friend's property down south, hence the slightly ragged appearance.
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Habitat
Bird bath
Location
Private property near Normanville, South Australia
Date taken
10-01-2016
Scientific name
Acanthorhynchus tenuirostris
Equipment used
Canon EOS 80D with Canon EF 300mm f2.8L IS II USM + 2.0 extender 111
delia todd
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Opus Editor
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LOL he does look a bit ragged, doesn't he Peter. Is that his tongue or a water droplet at the end of his bill?

A super picture - very well done mate.
 
KC Foggin
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This is one fantastic image Peter! The detail and wonderful lighting you've captured it in makes for an awesome image guy.
 
peterow
Brilliantly captured colourful close up you have of this beauty Pete, well done.
 
jbpixels
No chance for such a beautiful bird here. A splendid picture with excellent detail.
 
Doc Duck
Beautiful image! even if the bird does look a bit upset at having his bath interrupted ;)
 
Stanley Jones
Supporter
Gorgeous picture of this red-eyed beauty. Superb image quality, clarity, and color. TFS Peter!!!
 

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