The bird in flight is the buffalo weaver and perched is a superb starling. These are two of the iconic birds of Samburu National Reserve in Kenya. Buffalo weavers are part of Africa’s Little Five — the buffalo weaver, lion ant, leopard tortoise, elephant shrew and rhinoceros beetle. Nikon Z8 with Nikkor 500mm PF lens, ISO 1250, f/5.6 at 1/2000th of a second.
What a wonderful shot! Two gorgeous birds for the price of one photo, Catching them both just going aloft is phenomenal. I find it amazing that they, or any birds, can easily perch among the thorns of the acacia trees!
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The bird in flight is the buffalo weaver and perched is a superb starling. These are two of the iconic birds of Samburu National Reserve in Kenya. Buffalo weavers are part of Africa’s Little Five — the buffalo weaver, lion ant, leopard tortoise, elephant shrew and rhinoceros beetle. Nikon Z8 with Nikkor 500mm PF lens, ISO 1250, f/5.6 at 1/2000th of a second.
Super capture of tei different species! Very attractive birds!
Thanks Sue. Two of my favorite, albeit common birds from Africa.
The details of thier feathers is amazing!
Agreed. Especially while in flight.
What a wonderful shot! Two gorgeous birds for the price of one photo, Catching them both just going aloft is phenomenal. I find it amazing that they, or any birds, can easily perch among the thorns of the acacia trees!
Thanks Laura. I agree on those thorns. More amazing is the way elephants and giraffes just eat all the branches, thorns and all.