displaying Ostrich, Struthio camelus Samanyanga
A male Ostrich performs an elaborate dance to woo a prospective partner. A pair forms a strong bond but the male will mate with other females who will contribute eggs to the nest to make super size clutches of twenty or more.
Size: 5300px × 3544px
Location: Bubi Conservancy S E Lowveld Zimbabwe.
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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