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The Crimson-fronted Barbet is an arboreal species of open woodland which eats fruit and insects. It nests in a tree hole, laying 2-4 eggs.

This is a small barbet at 15 cm. It is a plump bird with a short neck, large head and short tail. The adult Crimson-fronted Barbet has a mainly green body and wing plumage, a blue band down the side of the head and neck, and a black crescent behind the eye.

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  • Copyright: Zahoor Ahmed (zahoor_salmi) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 67 W: 0 N: 157] (2413)
  • Genre: People
  • Medium: Color
  • Date Taken: 2009-05-27
  • Categories: Nature
  • Camera: Canon 40D, 400mm F5.6L
  • Exposure: f/5.6, 1/80 seconds
  • Details: Tripod: Yes
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  • Photo Version: Original Version
  • Date Submitted: 2009-09-24 10:47
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