The lilac breasted roller has few rivals as the most colorful bird in Africa. It also happens to be a fairly common bird. I was able to get a few shots of this one perched on a branch before if flew off. Nikon D800 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 270mm) ISO 400, f/7.1 at 1/1600th of a second
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People this is a stellar shot. Do not take this work for granted- it is not only exceptional, it is consistently exceptional.
Thanks Michael. Appreciate it.
A lilac and possibly holy roller,verily speaking in tongues. Thanks for this.
Lots of angles on this one Peter.
Such a beautiful photo of a beautiful bird!!
Seanie I typically am not a fan of the bird shots but I have to say I agree with Mr. Hart, this is a stellar shot. That is one nice looking bird!
Thanks Mobile.
WOW!
fabulous colors! thank you
Ya I’m with Mo on this one. You know how I feel about birds. But the colors on this one…!
Now that’s a bird I wouldn’t mind perched on my shoulder. SO. Pretty!
Fantastic. A palette of pastels on a living creature.
Fabulous shot! What a beautiful bird.
Sean, I agrre with the early comments–this is a true masterpiece. It has the color and texture
that give it a very unique and innovative appearance.
oh what great pic. today., great color, and good looking bird.
All of the above!! Truly exceptional. VERY nice work Sean.