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Woodpecker Finch
I believe this to be a woodpecker finch. I am also uploading its presumed mate.
Location
Santa Cruz, Galapagos, Ecuador
Date taken
16 August 2015
Scientific name
Camarhynchus pallidus
Equipment used
GH2 w 100-300
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Opus Editor
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LOL Niels... I have no idea how they got that name!!! I can see absolutely no resemblance to a woodpecker!!

I guess it must be something to do with their behaviour? That's an excellent picture you've taken of this finch lad - many thanks.
 

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Central & South America & Mexico
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