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16-03-10, 01:01 AM
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Unknown Finch?.
I think these are two images of a Finch, but i don't know what type.
I hope someone can name this little bird, i wanted to keep the images slightly under exposed as its how it was at capture.   Best regards Paul
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16-03-10, 06:53 AM
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This I feel is a member of the WAXBILL family. If you have time Google Waxbill into images and I am sure you will find it.
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16-03-10, 08:58 AM
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According to....Collins Bird Guide and I agree with Mike ......Ive just checked it Estrilda astrild......Common Waxbill Escaped Species : Originally Afican Species .... Breeds now mainly in Portugal Hope thats a little help Regards Mike
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16-03-10, 09:54 AM
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Yes it is a Common Waxbill, Paul. They are more often than not seen in flocks, flitting noisily and feeding on Golf Course fairways in Portugal! A lovely little bird. Where were your photo's taken if I may be so bold as to ask.
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16-03-10, 02:08 PM
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I will give it a shot Mike, and theres me thinking Finch  .Best regards Paul
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16-03-10, 02:13 PM
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Thanks Mike, that has certainly narrowed the field down, so i entered this info into Google images, and up came the same bird as in the image i posted. I just wish i could have got a better shot with more detail. Best regards Paul
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16-03-10, 02:25 PM
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They also have a few assorted animals for the public to view, but in the bird enclosure they fly free, as if to simulate nature. The foliage climbs way up to the glass roof, around thirty feet or so, and darkens the whole area as if you are in the rain forest, then shafts of sunlight shine in between the foliage. I wish i could have got a clearer image of this little bird, maybe the next time i will use the flash set to its lowest setting. Best regards Paul
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16-03-10, 04:01 PM
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Thanks for the info, Paul. It looks a nice place to visit.
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