A solitary Green Backed Heron stands on the edge of the Rufiji River patiently watching for any fish, amphibian or larger invertebrate.
A solitary Green Backed Night Heron stands on the edge of the Rufiji River patiently watching for any fish, amphibian or larger invertebrate. Hat may stray within reach of a lightening fast stab of its beak.
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Location: Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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