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White-cheeked Barbet

Megalaima viridis

Description:

These birds are mostly frugivorous, but will take winged termites and other insects opportunistically. They feed on the fruits of various Ficus species including Ficus benjamina and Ficus mysorensis, and other introduced fruit trees such as Muntingia calabura. When foraging they are quite aggressive and will attempt to chase other barbets, Koels and other frugivores.

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bhargav.py
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bhargav.py

Ahmadnagar, Maharashtra, India

Spotted on Nov 12, 2012
Submitted on Nov 12, 2012

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