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Lilac-breasted Roller

Lilac-breasted Roller

Lilac-breasted Roller photographed in Chobe National Park, Botswana.
Botswana 2018. Fully booked for the adventure of a lifetime!
Stephen Powell Art...
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Lilac-breasted Roller photographed in Chobe National Park, Botswana.
Botswana 2018. Fully booked for the adventure of a lifetime!
Stephen Powell Artist Photographer Guided African Safari Botswana.
http:--www.stephenpowell.com.au
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camera

Canon EOS 40D

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settings

Aperture f/8 ISO 400 Shutter 1/1600 Focal Length 400/1

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Dec, 2017

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361

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Awards

Peer Award

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Top Choice

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Great pic

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Thanks Emily!

Beautiful!

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Thanks Aimee! They are glorious birds. When they fly they reveal royal blue primary feathers just wonderful to see.

Stunning colour.

Excellent shot!

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