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Red-headed trogon (female) We were very fortunate to see this magnificent species up close and personal. Unfortunately, slow shutter speed + unsteady hands are not a good combination, so many of the close-up opportunities were wasted. This was the best i could do... Harpactes erythrocephalus,red headed trogon Click/tap to enlarge

Red-headed trogon (female)

We were very fortunate to see this magnificent species up close and personal. Unfortunately, slow shutter speed + unsteady hands are not a good combination, so many of the close-up opportunities were wasted. This was the best i could do...

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  1. Still you saw it :) Within forests, even during the day you may need ISO 3200 or even 6400 in my experience. Posted 8 years ago
    1. Actually, these guys often come out near the road. Notice that she is perched on a cable? You have a point though. It was early morning and misty; if I had amped up the ISO, the shutter wouldn't have been so slow. Duh!! Next time, more coffee :D Posted 8 years ago
      1. You'll get a next change, patience is always rewarded :) Posted 8 years ago

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The red-headed trogon is a species of bird in the family Trogonidae.

Similar species: Trogons And Quetzals
Species identified by Azura Ahmad
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By Azura Ahmad

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Uploaded Feb 27, 2017. Captured Feb 25, 2017 08:25.
  • Canon EOS 750D
  • f/5.6
  • 1/41s
  • ISO1600
  • 300mm