Swallows waiting to migrate, Hirundo rustica

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Swallows gather in preparation for their migration back to their breeding grounds in Europe

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Size: 5300px × 3544px
Location: Esigodini Zimbabwe
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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