Hawaiian Geese (Branta sandvicensis). Gander, or male, foreground, guarding incubating goose on nest behind.
Hawaiian Geese (Branta sandvicensis). Breeding pair. Female settling down on nest and turning the eggs with bill as she does so. Gander, or male, left foreground, guarding nest site. Captive breeding programme.
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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
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