Sexed Males With Feathers
A problematic task to identify within some species, short of capturing them tipping the tail feathers then knowing what you looking for, well here we go without pain, photograph and research....
Southern Fiscal Lanius collaris Only way to differentiate adult male from female, the female has slight rufous patch above the leg beneath the wing (lower flank).
Male above a little high up on the branch, below the female with slight rufous patch, yup that is how you know the difference between these two!
The Cape weaver Ploceus capensis Handsome male sitting watching me singing in a harsh, rather hysterical sizzle, still delightful to watch and hear when in full song.
Singing in all directions to make sure he is heard throughout the valley, so front then back photo shoot of this guy giving it his all!
Red-winged starling Onychognathus morio A chattering of starlings all together both male and female, how do you know the sexing, females have grey head whereas males a glossy black, makes identification a lot easier.
Now Mister all on his lonesome...
When it comes the the world of male birds many simply splendid array of colours to grow into when mature, no confusion as to which sex they are, this has been another fun topic to find South African species that showcase their male stance in the bird kingdom.
These sightings all in the Drakensberg, taken for sheer pleasure enjoying moments under the African sun.
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Thought for Today: " Never mock a fowl with raffled feathers it might have won a fight." - African Proverb
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