Chilean Flamingo (Phoenicopterus chilensis). The result of bathing and preening. Close up showing body, dorsal, flank and breast feathers, all laying in one direction. All 'in the pink' of condition. A completion of, 'care and maintenance' behavioural activity.​


Chilean Flamingo (Phoenicopterus chilensis). Post bathing and preening. Close up showing body, dorsal, flank and breast feathers, all laying in one direction, in spotless condition after preening. Head left. Feather care and maintenance.


Size: 5616px × 3744px
Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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