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Old 07-19-2009, 03:20 AM
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Hi all,


This spice finch is a regular visitor for the past five days. Shot this photo standing behind the window glass pane about 2 feet away.

Spice Finch (Scaly-breasted Munia)

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Camera: Nikon D60
Exposure: 0.008 sec (1/125)
Aperture: f/3.5
Focal Length: 50 mm
ISO Speed: 200

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Old 07-19-2009, 03:46 AM
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He's so curious, if he had a camera he's be taking a photo of you! What a great photo.
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Nice capture especially shooting through glass.


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Old 07-19-2009, 03:49 AM
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yes, very nice pic. my feeders are too far away and my camera doesnt have enough zoom to take decent pics. also, the pic made me chuckle. lol

oh, and i wish we had those where i live. i love birdwatching but i'm getting tired of not seeing anything new.
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That looks like a beautiful bird...I would have liked to see it from the side. However, this photo is kind of funny...makes you wonder who is looking at who.
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That looks to be a very pretty bird. Very nice photo.
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Old 07-19-2009, 04:29 AM
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Hey thanks guys for your comments.

A pair of these spice finch visits my room's window. Guess they are looking out to build a nest.

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...I would have liked to see it from the side.
Hi leonaashlee,
Here is a side view of the bird.
From Birds


Camera: NIKON CORPORATION
Model: NIKON D60
ISO: 200
Exposure: 1/100 sec
Aperture: 3.5
Focal Length: 50mm

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(sounding like parrott) aauucckk. pretty bird, pretty bird. lol. it is a beautiful bird indeed
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Old 07-19-2009, 05:44 AM
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(sounding like parrott) aauucckk. pretty bird, pretty bird. lol. it is a beautiful bird indeed
Ha ha lol .... ...
yes they look very cute because of their size they are just about 10cm in length.

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What a beautiful little finch! I used to raise several varieties, but I've never seen one like this.
Lovely capture! The side shot is beautiful as well!!!!
Thanks for Sharing this
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