That is actually a she, who often don't look like much from the distance. Other than the males, who have this metallic shine and different colours.
Thats what I wanted to point out: that also the females have a very interesting plumage if you look closely.
I was lucky with this one, to observe a moment when she was greasing her plumage to make it water proof. Then they spread their feathers and rub their head over them, something they only do when they feel safe.
That is actually a she, who often don't look like much from the distance. Other than the males, who have this metallic shine and different colours.
Thats what I wanted to point out: that also the females have a very interesting plumage if you look closely.
I was lucky with this one, to observe a moment when she was greasing her plumage to make it water proof. Then they spread their feathers and rub their head over them, something they only do when they feel safe.