21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Shine Bright
The stroke billed kingfisher was photographed at Nawala Weli Park. While seeing this bird is a rare occurrence itself, as this was taken in the morning, he was quite well hidden among the trees. He was patiently perched on the branch above the waterhole waiting for a morning meal. Why I was attracted to was his striking yellow and blue pallet contrasted with the dark background as if he’s painted on a canvas
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 02.2021 |
Date Uploaded: | 09.2023 |
Photo Location: | Nawala, Sri Lanka |
Camera: | NIKON D850 |
Copyright: | © ASHANE MARASINGHE |