A very self satisfied looking young preacher bird earning that name as it seems to contemplate the universe after a meal.

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A very self satisfied looking young preacher bird. Wood Storks have earned that name due to their scholarly stance and the appearance of contemplating the universe after a meal. Looks like they start young.

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Size: 2856px × 3521px
Location: Wakodahatchee Rookery, Florida
Photo credit: © Judy Lovell-Janthina Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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