Common Kestrel Falco tinnunculus perched on a wooden post showing back and tail markings taken under controlled conditions

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Common Kestrel Falco tinnunculus perched on a wooden post showing back and tail markings

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Size: 3987px × 2658px
Location: North Yorkshire, England
Photo credit: © Richard Tadman / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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