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Upupa epops
Hoopoe is 10-12 inches long with 17-18-inch wingspan, prominent crest and long tail .Genders are similar with the head, breast and back ranging from pink-buff to orange-buff to tan. The head features a long, black-spotted crest. The broad, rounded wings have bold black and white stripes, and the black tail has a thick white horizontal band at the midpoint. The lower abdomen, rump and undertail coverts are white. Legs and feet are dark, and the eyes are black
These unique birds prefer relatively dry habitats and can be found in orchards, vineyards, olive groves, open woodland, parks, gardens and suburban areas. They are relatively common around human habitation.
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Hi SatyenMehta ... Thank you for yr suggestion .
Lovely shots. Suggest, you bring the second one (with open crest) forward.
Good shot,
Thank you
Nice!