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Uploaded: 04/20/08 7:29 PM GMT
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Another treasure of the Kruger Park. The Swainson's Francolin has red facial skin. Size 33-38 cm - about two-thirds the size of a Guineafowl. The male is a bit larger than the female. It is all dark brown, streaked with black. It is a common species of more open country, preferring bushveld with open spaces, and farmland areas.The call is a very loud and harsh and consists of 7 or 8 crowing sounds, dropping in pitch and volume towards the end: krrwoaa, krraa, kraaa, krraa.... This species breeds in the summer months. The nest is a hollow in the ground, which is lined with dry grass. It is hidden in the grass or a thicket.

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.Genver
04/20/08 9:38 PM GMT
Very nice bird,lovely photo.
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.TheWhisperer
04/20/08 10:14 PM GMT
This is a great capture. It's body feathers look very rounded and remind me of an owl's for some strange reason! Never the less, very good colour, clarity and light. I like the framing too! Well done!
Ann
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.gabriela2006
04/20/08 10:27 PM GMT
beautiful textures on the feathers...nice shot;)
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::tigger3
04/20/08 11:18 PM GMT
Such a nice image of this unique guy. I love the detail and presentation. Spot on upload!
sandi ♪ ♫
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.Marina_10
04/21/08 1:33 AM GMT
Amazing shot! Thanks for sharing.
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::Foxfire66
04/21/08 1:46 AM GMT
Real nice shot.

Just me personally, but I think the color of the frame, sorta takes away from the actual picture.

I think a Black or Darker colored frame would really make the picture "Pop". The color of this frame, while blending....sorta takes my focus away.
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::100k_xle
04/21/08 3:53 AM GMT
New to me. Thanks for sharing .

E J
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::cynlee
04/21/08 4:21 AM GMT
Wonderful close up, Susan, with great detail. Interesting bird.
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.89037
04/21/08 4:49 AM GMT
Nice colours and details!..lovely capture,Susan!...
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Adriana....:)
.skapie
04/21/08 6:56 AM GMT
Well done!
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.corngrowth
04/21/08 8:40 AM GMT
Said once in a comment that it's a pity that on Caedes no sounds can be heard, but reading your narrative Susan, makes me very clear how the by Francolins produced call sounds, lol.
This one is another beauty from the famous Kruger Park.
Well done.
Regards, Cornelius
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::Toto_san
04/21/08 1:43 PM GMT
Superb clarity, fine details. I am so thankful for your postings of your fantastic fauna.
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.dustycat
04/21/08 4:13 PM GMT
Such a unique little guy. Great detail and clarity in this capture. Your presentation is very nice also. Great job!
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::0930_23
04/25/08 4:21 AM GMT
Looks pretty harmless. Probably tastes like chicken. lol Good coloring and I like the way it fills the frame Susan. Good post.

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