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Fregata magnificens
Immature birds have a white head and under parts.Although the feathers are black, the scapular feathers produce a purple iridescence when they reflect sunlight.
over a beach
Spotted on Dec 16, 2012
Submitted on Jan 1, 2013
3 Comments
I was wondering how you got these shots. It looks like you were flying with them! So cool
Thank you, Cindy; I was standing on a balcony so got to see the bird close up!
Wonderful series, Maria! Wow