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Whiskererd Treeswift (M)


Whiskererd Treeswift (M)
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Copyright: Ang Hwee Yong (Meerkat) Silver Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 20 W: 0 N: 896] (5258)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2012-07-28
Categories: Birds
Camera: Nikon D300, AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4G ED VR
Exposure: f/6.3, 1/100 seconds
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Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2012-08-01 4:17
Viewed: 2463
Points: 4
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Whiskered Treeswift
(Hemiprocne comata) 小须凤头雨燕
Size: 15 cm
Location – Panti Forest (Johor/Malaysia)

Description:
Small sized; note long wings reaching beyond tail; female lacks of chestnut ear coverts.

Voice:
High pitched squeawk in flight.

Habits:
Found in lowlands rainforest, along forest edges as well as nearby clearings, rivers and trails. Seen usually in pairs. Perches high on open branches flying out to catch small insects in the air nearby. Fairly tame and enjoyable to observe.

Distribution:
Extinct resident breeder and non-breeding visitor in Singapore.

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An absolutely stunning photograph with the swift on a suitable perch in a fine pose.
The detail of the plumage is excellent and the eye bright and clear.Fine photo.
Regards Les.

amazing treeswift, TFS Ori

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