Malachite Sunbird

Description

In The Washline Family – A Malachite Tale, the male Malachite Sunbird revealed the complexity and depth of bird behaviour in ways I hadn’t expected. At first, I doubted his abilities as a father, assuming his radiant display was more about show than substance. But he soon proved otherwise — vigilant, devoted, and fiercely protective. His emerald-green form would streak across the fynbos as he drove off intruders, a flash of light and intent. Larger than most sunbirds, he moved with astonishing speed and purpose, every motion finely tuned to the rhythm of his world. His metallic plumage, though striking, was more than ornament — it was armour, signal, and invitation all at once. Through his actions, he brought The Washline Family to life, embodying the balance between beauty and duty, spectacle and care. In him, I found not just a subject to photograph, but a living presence that deepened my respect for the quiet and unnoticed intelligence of the natural world.

PRINT#05B

Paper Print (Archival – Matt Texture)
Landscape Format:
A3 420 x 297mm Print Code J – R
A2 594 x 420mm Print Code K – R
A1 841 x 594mm Print Code L – R
A0 1189 x 841mm Print Code M – R