The male Scarlet-chested Sunbird has iridescent feathers of emerald green and purple on shoulders and head that are only evident when sunlight hits

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The male Scarlet-chested Sunbird has iridescent feathers of emerald green and purple on shoulders and head that are only evident when sunlight hits them at certain angles

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Size: 6000px × 4081px
Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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