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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

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Uploaded on September 10, 2017
Taken on December 27, 2016