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Great Barbet ~ Megalaima virens
Margalla~Islamabad~Pakistan~December 2016
Nikon D7200 ~ 70-300mm @ 300mm ~ IS0 400 ~ F/5.6 ~ 1/400
The great barbet is an Asian barbet. Barbets are a group of near passerine birds with a worldwide tropical distribution. They get their name from the bristles which fringe their heavy bills.
Due to its vibrant coloured presentation, it remains on the wish list of birders around the world.
Scientific name: Megalaima virens
Higher classification: Megalaima
Rank: Species
Great Barbet ~ Megalaima virens
Margalla~Islamabad~Pakistan~December 2016
Nikon D7200 ~ 70-300mm @ 300mm ~ IS0 400 ~ F/5.6 ~ 1/400
The great barbet is an Asian barbet. Barbets are a group of near passerine birds with a worldwide tropical distribution. They get their name from the bristles which fringe their heavy bills.
Due to its vibrant coloured presentation, it remains on the wish list of birders around the world.
Scientific name: Megalaima virens
Higher classification: Megalaima
Rank: Species