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Eurasian hoopoe

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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_M_Z
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Uploaded Feb 9, 2025. Captured Apr 30, 2015 07:53.
  • NIKON D7000
  • f/10.0
  • 1/400s
  • ISO220
  • 500mm