Nyctea scandiaca Betton Birds of Prey Conservation Centre

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A close-up of a six week old Snowy Owl chick bred in captivity.

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Size: 3467px × 5200px
Location: East Ayton, Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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