One of several conspicuous dropwings, the male Russet Dropwing is very active over flowing open waters. The male flies more than rests

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One of several conspicuous dropwings, the male Russet Dropwing is very active over flowing open waters. The male flies more than rests and is very territorial

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Size: 6200px × 4148px
Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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