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Smallest raptor in the world
horukuru

Smallest raptor in the world (Microhierax latifrons)

Hahaha I'm so happy today even shooting at mid day when me and friends saw this White-fronted Falconet perched next to a tall big death tree nearby.

Digiscoped at maximum zoom 24mm = 3240mm !

Video available in my YouTube http://www.youtube.com/horukuru
Habitat
Hill Forest
Location
Sugud Forest Reserve, Sabah, Borneo
Date taken
5th March 2009
Scientific name
Microhierax latifrons
Equipment used
Nikon Fieldscope ED82, SRB-Griturn Mk II adapter and Fujifilm F31D
o:) How cute pair of "budgie-like" little Falcons, Horu, I understand you are happy... (I mean, more than usual, :king:)!!! Super digiscoped result!!! :t: :t: :clap:
 
Super capture!Are they really the smallest raptor,i've never seen or heard of these before,cheers!
 
Supporter
;)These little deadly guys are so beautiful..:eek!: your joy is perfectly understandable!B :)B :)B :)
 

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