The Camera Critters post for this past week is one I took on safari in Botswana during July,2006. This bird is a Lilac Breasted Roller and is one of the most colorful birds in the world. It is often claimed to be the National Bird of Botswana, but my research was unable to "officially" confirm this very widespread claim. Regardless, it was a stunning sight to see and I am incredibly grateful that our local guide,Willie, spotted this lil' fella and I had enough telephoto glass to capture it.
When I give slide shows, audiences invariably "ohh & ahh" at this bird more than most of my others. The "cute" factor combined with the stunning colors of the Lilac Breasted Roller make this a real winner of a shot.
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