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  1. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Hybrid Lovebird'

    Many other Agapornis do hybridize in captivity. But the offspring are almost always sterile. It seems that Fischer's and Yellow-collared may have evolved from the same ancestor. So they have a very similar genome, that allows their offspring to be fertile.
  2. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Hybrid Lovebird'

    Hi DT! Yes hybridization is quite common in these 2 species, especially in the introduced populations. More than 90% of the introduced birds have traits from both species. And they've bred very successfully. They number in their thousands today. It's actually becoming a threat that might breed...
  3. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Juvenile White-breasted nuthatch.jpg'

    Fantastic closeup Dan! A lovely portrait. Great work.
  4. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Eastern Wood Pewee (juvenile).jpg'

    Superb lighting and setting to this one, Stan! A proper shot. Well done bud.
  5. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Yellow-green Grosbeak'

    Wow! A superb shot mate, very well done.
  6. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Red-headed Manakin'

    A cute little pair! Thanks for showing them to us.
  7. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'SANDHILL CRANE AND BLACK BELLIED WHISTLING DUCK'

    What a lovely shot this is Dave! Top marks, well done buddy
  8. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Eastern Kingbird'

    A stunning shot! Well done bud
  9. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Say my name!'

    An amazing closeup and brilliant setting. Well done Ann!
  10. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Green Woodpecker'

    Wow! Isn't this marvellous? A lovely shot, setting and bird and great lighting too. Well done!
  11. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Magpie Robin'

    A cracking shot! The lighting is perfect. Top marks doc, many thanks for sharing this beauty!
  12. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Meow'

    A lovely setting with interesting looking leaves 🤔 Great shot mate, many thanks for sharing!
  13. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Black-headed Gull juvenile'

    Brilliant setting and capture mate! Top work as always. Many thanks for sharing.
  14. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Wire-tailed Swallow'

    Great portrait! Lovely stuff. Many thanks for sharing!
  15. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'More action ... and color'

    Superb action shot! Well done and many thanks for sharing!
  16. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Robin'

    What a cute little bird, Don and a wonderful action shot you've taken of him! Great stuff mate, many thanks for sharing!
  17. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Common Whitethroat'

    Superb shot Pete and such a nice setting. Love the green backdrop. Top marks bud, as always!
  18. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Black Guillemot 2264.jpg'

    Wow! Lovely setting and lovely shot Mali. Lovely stuff
  19. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Feeders don't interest him....'

    Great shot DT! Always an interesting feed with you. Many thanks!
  20. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Ruby Throated Hummingbird Female'

    Superb action shot! Top stuff.
  21. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'yellow wgtail'

    Cracking behavioural shot JT! Well done bud
  22. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Redstart'

    Lovely closeup mate! Great stuff. Thanks for sharing!
  23. Hybrid Lovebird

    Hybrid Lovebird

    Yes they exist! Here in Kenya we have a feral population of Fischers and Yellow-collared lovebirds - they have crossbred and multiplied with most of the hybrids being fertile! Not sure what SN to tag this as, happy to take the lead from the moderators.
    • the_kenyanbirder
    • Media item
    • agapornis fischeri agapornis personatus hybrid lovebird kenya
    • Comments: 21
    • Category: Africa
  24. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media '223- Sylvia atricapilla Blackcap- 20 janvier 2020.jpg'

    Lovely closeup and setting! Well done, many thanks for sharing.
  25. the_kenyanbirder

    Comment by 'the_kenyanbirder' in media 'Tawny Owl'

    Great shot this! Love the aesthetic to it. Cheers Geoff
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