The male Red-chestedhas a spectacular display of iridescence during the breeding season to attract a female and to show off and deter competition

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The male Red-chestedhas a spectacular display of iridescence during the breeding season to attract a female and to show off and deter competition from other males

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Location: Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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