David beats Goliath - an Australian Magpie (Gymnorina Tibicen) is chasing away a Wedge Tailed Eagle (Aquila Audax), which is many times its size.

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October is mating season for most Australian birds - and this Magpie was determined to protect its nest from a huge predator. The Magpie flew rings around the Eagle and chased it off.

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Size: 4256px × 2832px
Location: Healesville Sanctuary in Victoria, Australia
Photo credit: © GPNaturePhotos / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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