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Red-billed oxpecker
Filename: 764-674.jpg
Size: 3367 x 5050 (5.4MB)
Date: 16th January 2000
Source: WorldInPrint
Credit: James Hager/ Robert Harding
© Robert Harding 2008 - All Rights Reserved
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Red-billed oxpecker
Red-billed oxpecker (Buphagus erythrorhynchus) and Cape buffalo (African buffalo) (Syncerus caffer), Hluhluwe Game Reserve, South Africa, Africa
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Media ID 1191033
© Robert Harding 2008 - All Rights Reserved
African Buffalo Buffalo Buphagus Erythrorhynchus Cape Buffalo Co Operation Game Reserve Head And Shoulder Hluhluwe Hluhluwe Game Reserve Jointly Ox Pecker Perch Perching Profile Redbilled Oxpecker Roosting South African Southern Africa Syncerus Caffer Two Animal Full Body
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by James Hager/Robert Harding showcases the harmonious coexistence between a Red-billed oxpecker and a Cape buffalo in the breathtaking Hluhluwe Game Reserve, South Africa. The image captures the essence of nature's beauty as these two African animals come together in perfect harmony. The majestic Cape buffalo stands tall, its powerful presence dominating the frame. With its head held high and shoulders broad, it exudes strength and resilience. Its dark brown coat glistens under the warm African sun, highlighting every muscle and contour. Perched on top of this magnificent creature is a Red-billed oxpecker, showcasing vibrant colors that contrast against the buffalo's earthy tones. This small bird plays an essential role as it diligently picks parasites off the buffalo's skin, forming a unique symbiotic relationship between them. Both animals seem to be looking directly at the camera, allowing us to connect with their gaze and appreciate their individuality. The composition beautifully captures their profiles while emphasizing their close bond. As we delve into this mesmerizing photograph, we are transported to South Africa's enchanting landscapes – vast open plains stretching as far as the eye can see. It serves as a reminder of our planet's rich biodiversity and invites us to explore nature's wonders firsthand. This remarkable image is not just a mere snapshot; it encapsulates an entire ecosystem where cooperation thrives among different species for mutual survival. It reminds us of our responsibility to protect these fragile environments so that future generations
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