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Coracias caudatus
Roller bird near its nest in the cavity of an old tree. Female is nearby, on another branch.
Old trees at the edge of a wooded area.
Roller birds are so named because they roll from side while in flight, presumably to display their iridescent colors. I might show off too - if I were dressed like that.
Spotted on Jul 5, 2008
Submitted on Mar 5, 2011
4 Comments
Awesome color and framing of a beautiful bird.
Amazing colours :D
How beautiful! It must have been thrilling to see in the wild.
This bird has wonderful colors!