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Megalaima haemacephala coppersmith barbet crimson-breasted barbet
Abbas Hasnain

Megalaima haemacephala coppersmith barbet crimson-breasted barbet (Megalaima haemacephala)

coppersmith barbet, crimson-breasted barbet or coppersmith (Megalaima haemacephala), is a bird with crimson forehead and throat which is best known for its metronomic call that has been likened to a coppersmith striking metal with a hammer. It is a resident found in the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia. Like other barbets, they chisel out a hole inside a tree to build their nest. They are mainly fruit eating but will take sometimes insects, especially winged termites.
Location
India
Scientific name
Megalaima haemacephala
Equipment used
Nikon
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Opus Editor
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A lovely image of a bird we don't see all that often here in the Gallery.
 
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Lol, this little noise-maker appears to be letting anyone within ear shot know about it. Excellent behavioral and action picture Abbas! Three lovely posts today!!!!
 

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