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Himalayas - 482
Himalayas - 482

At 43 cm ...
... arguably ...
largest
among Kingfishers
... these
impressive fishermen
are found in the
lower and middle
Himalayas ...

A male here ...

Though, there is
no clear data ...
... their number
seems to be going
down ...

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Megaceryle lugubris

Dist. Almora
Uttarakhand Himalayas
India
22 Aapril 2013
Habitat
Himalayan River, Shipra, Alt. 4500 ft..
Location
Kainchi Ashram, Dist. Nainital, Uttarakhand Himalayas, India
Date taken
22.04.2013
Scientific name
Megaceryle lugubris
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Opus Editor
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This is one smashing close up of this Kingfisher Alok and so beautifully captured.

A real shame if their numbers are going down. Fingers crossed and prayers said for their comeback
 
Staff member
Opus Editor
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A beautiful kingfisher this one Alok.

You've taken a splendid picture of him too my friend. Many thanks lad.
 
He is big! A very well detailed portrait of this lovely kingfisher, Alok.
 
wonderful portrait of this marvelous kingfisher, Alok, stunning details and great colours, awesome work, congratulations, many tfs!!!
 
This attractive kingfisher displaying that crest beautifully, Alok.

Super shot!
 
What a handsome Kingfisher, taking in a wonderful colourfully detailed pose Alok. A superb capture and close up, well done.
 
Supporter
Great close-up of this massive Kingfisher. Stunning species and a brilliant picture Alok & Renu! TFS!
 

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