A Robin suns itself in a sheltered spot. This behaviour probably helps control skin and feather parasites as well as maintaining feather integrity

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A Robin suns itself in a sheltered spot. This behaviour probably helps control skin and feather parasites

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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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