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15-OCT-2008

Violet Turaco (Musophaga violacea) wingstretching

Abuko

Turaco wings uniquely contain the red pigment turacin, unlike in other birds where red colouration is due to the presence of carotenoid pigments. All true Turacos have his red wing pigmentation which is often hidden on perched birds.

Canon EOS 40D
1/500s f/5.6 at 700.0mm iso400 with Flash full exif

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