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A tiny bird, likely a sunbird or flowerpecker, flits delicately among the fiery red blossoms of the critically endangered Udal or ‘Hati Dori’ (elephant rope) tree in the capital’s Agargaon on a radiant Wednesday. The crisp spring air and clear blue sky amplify the magic of this fleeting moment, where nature’s delicate beauty shines against the odds. -Muktadir Mokto