BAR-HEADED GOOSE Anser indicus threat display, head detail. Open mandibles revealing tongue and serrated edges which enable the gripping and tearing o

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BAR-HEADED GOOSE Anser indicus threat display, head detail. Open mandibles revealing tongue and serrated edges which enable the gripping and tearing off of grass leaves whilst grazing. Known as lamellae.

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Size: 5256px × 3545px
Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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