Friendly Purple Swamphen

by Zilyram Interested in this? Contact The Artist

Unlike many wetland species which have dull plumage to aid camouflage among the rank vegetation, the Purple Swamphen has a resplendent purple-blue neck, breast and belly, and a gaudy, oversized bill and frontal shield, both of which are bright red, as are its beady eyes. This one seemed to be taking an interest in me as I was on the ground trying to get the crested pigeon. It came up so close as if to say "hey I am more colorful than that old pigeon"

Post Type: Photography
Mixed Media: None | Resized otherwise straight out of camera :)

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Friendly Purple Swamphen by Zilyram

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