Blacksmith Plover or Lapwing (Vanellus armatus). Standing alongside African Elephant (Loxodonta africana), droppings, waiting for insect invertebrates

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Blacksmith Plover or Lapwing (Vanellus armatus). Standing alongside African Elephant (Loxodonta africana), droppings, waiting for insect invertebrates to catch and eat.

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

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