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One can only imagine the look on the face the day in 1855 when the first person saw an Elegant Trogon in the Huachuca Mountains woods. It may have been similar to the display of euphoric wonder and joy that modern-day birders that travel to this region to see them express. Unlike any other bird in the US, the Trogon flys north from Central America to spend their summers by the mountain streams in the Southern Arizona high desert region.

Extraordinarily stealthy in the thick canopy of the forests they are typically found by listening for their distinctive bark. Some liken it to a dog, but I believe it sounds more like a seal. When we saw this bird, it was merrily barking to attract a mate while eating any unfortunate caterpillars that crossed its path. The light filtering through the trees highlighted its luminous copper green back and tail which I find as stunning as its bright red stomach band. I will post other images highlighting that distinctive feature as well.

I am so blessed to have the ability to see and share the artistic diversity of Gods creation in this world. I humbly remain His scribe.

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Shot date: May 1, 2019
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
¹⁄₅₀₀ sec at f/8.0 Bias:0 EV
Lens: EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM
ISO: 800