The least tern (Sternula antillarum) near the nest, observing a new chick hatching Galveston, TX, USA.

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The least tern (Sternula antillarum, formerly Sterna antillarum) near the nest, where a new chick is hatching. Galveston, TX, USA.

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Size: 3911px × 2548px
Location: Galveston, TX, USA
Photo credit: © Ivan Kuzmin / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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