Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis). Showing blood inflated papillae of comb on crown of head. Occurs excitement, sexual activity.

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Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis). Showing blood inflated papillae of comb on top of the head. Typical of adult sexually mature bird, indicative of breeding condition and displayed to others.

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Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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