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Violet Sabrewing - immature
scottishdude

Violet Sabrewing - immature (Campylopterus hemileucurus)

Not sure how old he is but you can see the green feathers slowly being replaced by violet ones
Habitat
Rainforest
Location
Costa Rica
Date taken
23/9/18
Scientific name
Campylopterus hemileucurus
Equipment used
canon
Staff member
Opus Editor
Supporter
..... and another off to The Opus Jamie.

You've taken a super picture of this youngster, so clearly showing how the adult feathers replace the juvenile ones.

Many thanks my friend.
 

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Central & South America & Mexico
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