Red-breasted Goose (Branta ruficollis). Down feathers, partially covering a clutch of eggs.
Red-breasted Goose (Branta ruficollis). Down feathers, partially covering a clutch of eggs. Down feathers are transferred by the goose from her breast and used to both hide and, once incubation has started, insulate the eggs when she is off feeding, exercising and having a drink.
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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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