Almost hidden in this Grevillea bush (Grevillea Alpina) is an Eastern Spinebill (Acanthorhynchus Tenuirostris), the nearest we have to a Humming bird.

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These small birds are a nightmare to photograph - they are so quick, and hover briefly instead of landing.

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Location: Healesville Sanctuary in Victoria, Australia
Photo credit: © GPNaturePhotos / Alamy / Afripics
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