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African Hoopoe - feeding young
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African Hoopoe - feeding young
PS-4157
AFRICAN HOOPOE - feeding young
Upupa epops
Peter Steyn
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Beak Open Begging Food In Beak Food In Mouth Hoopoe Hoopoes Nurture Parenting Adult And Young At Nest Chicks Mother And Young
Feathered Family Feast - A Hoopoe's Delightful Dinner Date!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot by Peter Steyn, we witness a heartwarming scene straight from the avian world. PS-4157 captures an African Hoopoe in action as it diligently tends to its hungry brood. The adult hoopoe gracefully hovers mid-air, showcasing its impressive flight skills while clutching a mouthwatering morsel of food in its beak. With mouths agape and eyes wide with anticipation, the young hoopoes eagerly await their turn for a delectable meal. It's a true display of parenting prowess and nurturing instinct as the mother bird effortlessly balances her airborne acrobatics with ensuring her offspring are well-fed. The vibrant colors of these magnificent birds add an extra touch of magic to the moment captured on film. The striking contrast between their cinnamon-brown plumage and black-and-white striped wings is simply mesmerizing. As they communicate through soft calls and gentle begging gestures, one can almost hear the chorus of chirps echoing through the air. This enchanting photograph serves as a reminder that even in the animal kingdom, love knows no bounds – whether it's expressed through feeding rituals or simple acts of care. So let this image transport you into nature's own theater where aerial ballet meets parental devotion!
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