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Half-collared Kingfisher
marko.marais

Half-collared Kingfisher (Alcedo semitorquata)

I was actually chasing a Giant Kingfisher and the next moment this little fellow flew in and sat not more than three meters from me. It was actually difficult to take the shot as I was shooting with my Nikon 200-400 F4 lens and this little guy was almost to close to focus. Lucky me!!
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Habitat
Wetlands
Location
Austin Roberts bird sanctuary Pretoria, South Arica
Date taken
17 September 2018
Scientific name
Alcedo semitorquata
Equipment used
Nikon D810, Nikon 200-400 F4 lens
delia todd
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How beautiful he is Marko.

That's a wonderful picture you've taken of him lad - excellent work.
 
Kits
Lucky you, indeed, Marko! A fabulous shot of a gorgeous kingfisher.
 

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