A cyclist wearing a special helmet to protect against swooping magpies, Townsville, Queensland, Australia.

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In the Queensland spring swooping territorial magpies are a hazard for cyclists so many riders put cable ties on their helmets to deter the annoying birds. Townsville, Queensland, Australia, 2022

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Size: 4160px × 6240px
Location: The Strand, Townsville, Queensland, Australia
Photo credit: © Robin Weaver / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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