Black Crowned Crane (Balearica pavonina). Close up of the head. Facial details. Eye, bill, beak, crown or crest. Eye contact.

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Black Crowned Crane (Balearica pavonina). Close up of the head. Facial details. Eye, bill, beak, crown or crest. Protestation at the approach of a perceived predator.

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

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