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Sacred Kingfisher in Winter

Sacred Kingfisher in Winter

Native Sacred Kingfisher perched on the overhead wire at Foxton Beach in Winter, New Zealand.

Native Sacred Kingfisher perched on the overhead wire at Foxton Beach in Winter, New Zealand.
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COOLPIX P950

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Aperture 65/10 ISO 100 Shutter 10/4000 Focal Length 4284/10

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Jun, 2023

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simply gorgeous. Top notch shiny plumage

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Thank you. Was perfect sky and in full sunlight. Very lucky to spot it up there. The two I found out in the estuary were too far away for a good shot. 😊

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