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Rufous motmot (Baryphthengus martii)

A beautiful species with a very unique vocalisation that adds depth and mystery to the myriads of songs in t...
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Rufous motmot (Baryphthengus martii)

A beautiful species with a very unique vocalisation that adds depth and mystery to the myriads of songs in the forest.

Sometimes it will rhythmically move the tail like a pendulum in a clock.
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camera

NIKON D5

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Aperture f/4.5 ISO 14400 Shutter 1/800 Focal Length 5000/10

location

location

Costa Rica

upload_date

upload_date

Apr, 2019

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360

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+67

Awards

Contest Finalist in Animals With Wings Photo Contest

Peer Award

+16

Superb Composition

+1

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