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A Variable Dwarf Kingfisher on my hand

They say a bird in the hand is worth two in a bush. All I can say is that having a wild bird sit in your hand is a very rewarding experience. Our worker in the house caught a Variable Dwarf Kingfisher. I saw it outside our house in a makeshift cage and I felt pity towards it.

I decided to ask it from him so I could take some shots before I release it once more into the wild. The Variable Dwarf Kingfisher was still rather weak from being caged too long.

Spreading the wings

Variable Dwarf Kingfisher

This small bird, despite being caged for a long time was actually pretty active.

Variable Dwarf Kingfisher

A Variable Dwarf Kingfisher is an insect feeder and lives in high trees going in pairs and perching in branches while foraging. They are excellent fliers and even more excellent divers. Diving in to the water to catch fishes or other forms of prey.

A Variable Dwarf Kingfisher

I believe I am ever lucky to have had the opportunity to hold such a beautiful bird in my hand. Bird Photography is still possible for me after all, despite the lack of the 18-200mm f/2.8L lens.

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