Black, Black-necked, or West African Crowned Crane (Balearica p. pavonina). Adult pair, standing, outstretched neck and head. Male near right, female .

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Black, Black-necked, or West African Crowned Crane (Balearica p. pavonina). Adult pair, standing, outstretched neck and head reaching for a better view in an attentive posture. Defending nest site, with a clutch of three pale blue eggs. Female, in the background. Male front.

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

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