A grey heron (Ardea cinerea) is resting and guarding its nest high in the trees. The nest contains heron chicks, and the scene is viewed at eye level.

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Size: 4560px × 5701px
Location: Czech republic
Photo credit: © janroz / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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