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Partridge Pigeon

Partridge Pigeon (Image ID 52883)
Photographed byIan Wilson on Fri 24th Jun, 2022 and uploaded on Sun 21st Aug, 2022 .
Resolution1285x1800
Viewed279
ID52883
CommentI have posted this image because it shows the raised crest which according to HANZAB is a threat display, perhaps directed towards the photographer. The image also shows moulting of the neck and facial feathers with pin-feathers emerging. Body moult and its timing are not well recorded for this species.
EquipmentCanon R3 + 600 mm f/4 III + 1.4x III extender, hand-held.
Manual(f/7.1, 1/1000 sec, ISO 200)
Processed with DPP4 and PSE 2021 with Neat Image v.9 plug-in.
LocationJabiru, Northern Territory
Keywordsadult
This image was selected as a Moderator’s Pick. Reason: Excellent image showing key features of the bird, and the moult
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