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Long-tailed Shrike
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Long-tailed Shrike (Lanius schach caniceps)

I'm not wild about sightings on a wire but this guy allowed me to get close despite having a clear view of my approach.
I think this is the ssp 'caniceps'
Habitat
farmland
Location
Gurugram, nr Delhi, India
Date taken
Jan 2020
Scientific name
Lanius schach caniceps
Equipment used
Canon 7D Mk11, 100-400 Mk11
what a wonderful closeup, Max, with superb details and colours, congratulations, many tfs!!!
I was lucky to see these beauties a number of years ago in Indonesia.
 
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OMG Max.... he's an absolute stunner!!! A beautiful shrike. I've rather a soft spot for shrikes!

A super picture this laddie - very well done.
 

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