Two oystercatchers on the beach

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Two variable oystercatchers, with the adult bird in front. The younger bird has yet to develop the bright orange bill and coral pink legs. Although the feathers are different colours, the birds are the same species.

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Size: 5019px × 3474px
Location: Paekakariki beach, Wellington region, New Zealand
Photo credit: © Donaleen Shiell / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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