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Metallic-winged Sunbird*
Mark Bruce

Metallic-winged Sunbird* (Aethopyga pulcherrima)

Metallic-winged Sunbird (9.6cm).

For Opus*

Endemic to the Philippines. Three races occur: Jefferyi in northern and central Luzon; pulcherrima on Basilan, Biliran, Dinagat, Leyte, Mindanao, Samar, and Siargao; and decorosa on Bohol. This photo is of race pulcherrima.
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Habitat
Mid-altitude mountain forest up to 1500m and sometimes higher. Sometimes can be found in lowland forest.
Location
PICOP, Bislig, Mindanao Island, Philippines.
Date taken
26 January 2009
Scientific name
Aethopyga pulcherrima
Equipment used
Sony DSC H5, Sony 1.7x con
CrimsonTopaz
A wonderful picture, showing the attractive metalic plumage on the wing and natural behaviour. Well done Mark, it's simply beautiful:t::t::t:
 
KC Foggin
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Absolutely beautiful Mark. You are doing our Opus proud with your captures!
 

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