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hoopoe in red land - Upupidae

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The Eurasian hoopoe is the most widespread species of the genus "Upupa". It is a distinctive cinnamon coloured bird with black and white wings, a tall erectile crest, a broad white band across a black tail, and a long narrow downcurved bill. Its call is a soft "oop-oop-oop".

Similar species: Hornbills
Species identified by Dr Harsha Vardhan Reddy
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By Dr Harsha Vardhan Reddy

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Uploaded Feb 2, 2022. Captured Jan 31, 2022 14:12 in 8XMG+CC Podaralla Palli, Andhra Pradesh, India.
  • Canon EOS 6D Mark II
  • f/6.3
  • 1/250s
  • ISO800
  • 600mm