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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 Albert Kang
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By Albert Kang

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Uploaded May 7, 2024. Captured May 8, 2024 09:26.
  • COOLPIX P1000
  • f/5.0
  • 1/250s
  • ISO250
  • 95.8mm