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Uploaded 22-Jan-11
Taken 2-Jan-11
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Chestnut Bellied Sandgrouse, male

See how the colour & pattern of the feathers match the dry flaky texture of the ground.
This perfect camouflage is a feature of a few typical birds seen during the trip. The birds are found in habitat suited to their colouring
Canon EOS 40D, f/9 @ 400 mm, 1/800, ISO 400, No Flash

Chestnut Bellied Sandgrouse, male