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Asian Paradise Flycatcher closeup, Yala, Sri Lanka As they are nervous birds that are often obstructed by shrubs and trees, this is the closest we have gotten to them in Sri Lanka. As the tail is not entirely visible, this is possibly a female (short tail), but more likely a male. Asia,Asian Paradise Flycatcher,Sri Lanka,Terpsiphone paradisi,Yala Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Asian Paradise Flycatcher closeup, Yala, Sri Lanka

As they are nervous birds that are often obstructed by shrubs and trees, this is the closest we have gotten to them in Sri Lanka. As the tail is not entirely visible, this is possibly a female (short tail), but more likely a male.

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    Great capture Ferdy...its so often the case that there is a pesky branch in the way!! Posted 10 years ago
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      Ferdy Christant
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      Especially true for birds like these that live in the forest itself. Thanks! Posted 10 years ago
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    Great bird. Good shot! Posted 10 years ago
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      Thanks! Posted 10 years ago

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The Indian paradise flycatcher

The Indian paradise flycatcher is a medium-sized passerine bird native to Asia, where it is widely distributed. As the global population is considered stable, it has been listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List since 2004. It is native to the Indian subcontinent, Central Asia and Myanmar.

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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Apr 21, 2015. Captured Nov 14, 2014 06:51.
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  • NIKON D800
  • f/5.6
  • 1/1000s
  • ISO2800
  • 400mm