Jewel on the branch

The common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is a small sparrow-sized bird with seven subspecies. The photo shows a male with white lower mandible, while that of the female is orange-red with a black tip.

Un titolo ben azzeccato, anche la foto è un vero gioiello, ciao Giangiorgio

Grazie Giangiorgio per il tuo generoso commento, ciao Sandor

Excellent colors, light and composition. Fantastic looking bird.

Thank you, Paul, for the kind note. Best,- Sandor

Incredible focus!

Thank you, Adam, for noting it. Best,- Sandor