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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 Jun 6, 2017. Captured Jun 28, 2013 17:08 in R618, South Africa.
  • NIKON D5200
  • f/5.6
  • 1/400s
  • ISO400
  • 300mm