At a recent International photographic competition hosted by the PSSA, this image was awarded 1st prize.
Judges comment: “Stunning image with very high difficulty to capture”
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Technical: Nikon Z9, 400mm, 1/8000, f8, iso 1100.
BIRD ID:
The Lesser Striped Swallow
The Lesser Striped Swallow is a striking bird commonly found across southern Africa. Known for its elegant flight and distinctive plumage, this swallow sports bold stripes on its underparts and a glossy blue-black back. With its agile aerial acrobatics, it thrives in open habitats, often seen darting through the sky as it hunts for insects. These swallows are also recognized for their intricate mud nests, which they carefully build under the eaves of buildings or on cliff faces, making them a familiar sight in both rural and suburban areas.
The larger Greater Striped Swallow is similar to Lesser Striped Swallow but with fewer and finer streaks, especially on the throat and ears, giving it a more open-faced appearance.
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