3 photos of a Eurasian Blackcap female that I believe is the subspecies - Sylvia atricapilla heinekin that I understand is common on Madeira island. taken on 3rd February. I was amazed to see it fly onto the Bird of paradise flower & I assume sip nectar from the flower, it made my day. Never seen any bird on such a colourful perch.
Just back from 13 days away & will try to catch up this week.

Tags:   Blackcap bird female Sylvia atricapilla heinekin Madeira Island Bird of paradise flower Stretlitzia regina

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3 photos of a Eurasian Blackcap female that I believe is the subspecies - Sylvia atricapilla heinekin that I understand is common on Madeira island. taken on 3rd February. I was amazed to see it fly onto the Bird of paradise flower & I assume sip nectar from the flower, it made my day. Never seen any bird on such a colourful perch.
Just back from 13 days away & will try to catch up this week.

Tags:   Blackcap bird female Sylvia atricapilla heinekin Madeira Island Bird of paradise flower Stretlitzia regina

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3 photos of a Eurasian Blackcap female that I believe is the subspecies - Sylvia atricapilla heinekin that I understand is common on Madeira island. taken on 3rd February. I was amazed to see it fly onto the Bird of paradise flower & I assume sip nectar from the flower, it made my day. Never seen any bird on such a colourful perch.
Just back from 13 days away & will try to catch up this week.

Tags:   Blackcap bird female Sylvia atricapilla heinekin Madeira Island Bird of paradise flower Stretlitzia regina

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As we sailed away the clouds came down over Funchal

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An exotic "ladies slipper" type orchid for sale in the Farmers market @ Funchal. Only noticed the price tag when I looked at my photos. Unsure if that is 25 euros for a single bloom or 2500 euros for a growing plant

Tags:   exotic beauty Ladies slipper orchid farmer market Funchal Madeira

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