Hunter's Sunbird
Chalcomitra hunteri
Chalcomitra hunteri
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Hunter's Sunbird Chalcomitra hunteri |
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Hunter's sunbird is an East African endemic generally found in lower, dryer areas with acacias. The iridescent malar stripe can be difficult to see, as can the iridescent shoulder patch. The right upper female was in the Pugu Hills (10-23), courtesy of Isaac Kilusu. The left 4th row bird was seen in Same (4-19), courtesy of Sadik Kassam. The nest was photographed on the Maasai Steppe (3-12), courtesy of Paul Oliver: click it to see 13 enlargements. The other photos were taken in Olasiti, Oldonyo Sambu, Shambarai and at KIA Lodge. |
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