Crimson-breasted Shrike (Rooiborslaksman)
Laniarius atrococcineus (739)
Zulu name: Kgorogoro
Other names: Crimson-breasted Boubou
Equipment: Canon 40D, 100-400mm Canon lens
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April 2009
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Botsalano Game Reserve, North West
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Adult |
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September 2009
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West of Klerksdorp, North West
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Adult, uncommon yellow form |
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September 2009
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West of Klerksdorp, North West
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Adult, uncommon yellow form |
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September 2009
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West of Klerksdorp, North West
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Adult, uncommon yellow form |
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September 2009
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West of Klerksdorp, North West
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Adults, both forms interacting |
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September 2009
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West of Klerksdorp, North West
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Adult, uncommon yellow form |
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September 2009
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West of Klerksdorp, North West
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Adult, seen associating with uncommon yellow form |
Experiences with species
This is a stunning bird which I remember as one of my favourites from
early birding days in Botswana. I had searched Madikwe Game Reserve high and low for the Yellow morph of this Shrike, so when
it was reported from Klerksdorp, I was there like a shot!
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