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Sapphire-spangled Emerald
Sapphire-spangled Emerald (Amazilia lactea subsp. bartletti)
Habitat
Eastern-slope of the Andes in the foothills at 528 m (1,732 ft) elevation.
Location
Villa Carmen Lodge, outside of Pillcopata, Cusco Department, Per.
Date taken
September 2018
Scientific name
Amazilia lactea
Equipment used
Canon
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Opus Editor
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Oh wow! The colors and iridescence are outstanding in this beautiful image Stanley!
 
Superb capture of this Sapphire bird, Stanley!! Awesome colors, pose and lighting, very close up and detailed. Fantastic shot!
 
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Oh my goodness!!!! What a beauty this one is Stanley.

I actually think you've a clearer image of this guy than the one of yours already in The Opus, so I'll switch them over shortly.

Very well done my friend - many thanks for sharing it with us lad.
 
A beautiful bird, Stanley, and a gorgeous portrait.
 
superb iridescent colors on this beautiful humming bird, Stanley, gorgeous photo in a great setting, top job, many tfs!!!
 

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Central & South America & Mexico
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