The usually nocturnal bush stone-curlew or bush thick-knee (Burhinus grallarius) seen here during the day. The birds are also known as a southern, bus

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The usually nocturnal bush stone-curlew or bush thick-knee (Burhinus grallarius) seen here during the day. The birds are also known as a southern, bush, or scrub stone-curlew, as well as a southern stone plover.

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Size: 5983px × 3989px
Location: Phillip Island, VIC, Australia
Photo credit: © Colin N. Perkel / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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