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Shikra Raptor
devendra bhardwaj

Shikra Raptor (Accipiter badius)

This bird is a raptor with short broad wings and a long tail, both adaptations to fast manoeuvring.
Habitat
Shikra is a bird of open woodland including savannah and cultivation.
Location
Jhalana Eco-Tourism Park.Jaipur
Date taken
20/4/2008
Scientific name
Accipiter badius
Equipment used
NikonD70,Sigma 170-500
:bounce: Wow, how beautiful round yellow eyes has, great to have it posing for you on the ground and showing so well all the markings!!! o:) Very nicely caught!!! o:) :t: :t:
 

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Asia, Australia & Pacific Islands
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