Malachite Sunbird
Description
Spitfires of the sky — there’s something truly magical about the flight of the Malachite Sunbird (Nectarinia famosa). The male, in his shimmering green armour and long tail streamers, rules his territory with fearless intensity, chasing away intruders many times his size. While documenting a Malachite family for my book, I learned to anticipate his lightning-fast visits to the nest — his fleeting shadow across the wall was my only cue to press the shutter from my makeshift hide in the kitchen, safely keeping my distance.
The female, equally tireless, moved between the fynbos and the nest with quiet purpose, her visits less dramatic but no less vital. Together, they raised their young with remarkable precision and devotion. Perfectly adapted to their environment, Malachite Sunbirds are not just dazzling to watch — they’re essential pollinators, linking their beauty to the lifeblood of the fynbos itself.
PRINT#02B
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
Additional information
| Size | A3 420 x 297mm (Paper Print), A2 594 x 420mm (Paper Print), A1 841 x 594mm (Paper Print) |
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