Common, European or Eurasian Crane (Grus grus). Calling, bugling. Papillae on crown expanded and blood filled. Excitement

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Common, European or Eurasian Crane (Grus grus). Head showing blood filled papillae of crown skin, indicative of a bird in heightened breeding condition. Calling or 'bugling'.

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Size: 3561px × 5341px
Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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