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Carmine Bee-Eaters over Luangwe river

Carmine Bee-Eaters over Luangwe river

I spent several long hours on different moments of the day photographing a colony of Carmine Bee-Eaters. During the breeding season they dig out nest holes in t...
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I spent several long hours on different moments of the day photographing a colony of Carmine Bee-Eaters. During the breeding season they dig out nest holes in the river side. Seeing these little gems flying in and out was a joy. The contrast between the colourful birds and the dull brown river water made this my personal favourite..
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DYNAX 7D

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Aperture f/3.5 ISO 200 Shutter 1/1500 Focal Length 2000/10

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Kakumi, Luapula, ZM

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Feb, 2016

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