Mountain Velvetbreast
Guango, Ecuador – August 19, 2006
— Ralph Paonessa
Canon EOS 5D * EF70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM +2.0x * ISO 250 * 1/200 sec @ f/13
The male Mountain Velvetbreast has striking deep black coloration on his belly. Although his strongly decurved bill is apparent at close range, the best way to spot him are the white tail feathers that flash when he flies.
Photo ID: 20060819-2490