Black, Black-necked or West African Crowned Crane Balearica p. pavonina. Head and bill turning round to preen neck feathers, revealing crest detail.

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Black, Black-necked or West African Crowned Crane (Balearica pavonina). Head and bill twisting round reaching over shoulder enabling bird to preen back and flank feathers.

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Size: 3840px × 5760px
Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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