West African, Black or Black-necked Crowned Crane (Balearica pavonina). Nictitaing membrane, or 'third eye lid' drawn across

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West African, Black or Black-necked Crowned Crane (Balearica pavonina). Nictitaing membrane, or 'third eye lid' drawn across the surface of the eye.

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Size: 3561px × 5341px
Photo credit: © Joe Blossom / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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