Common Shelduck Tadorna tadorna. Pre- copulatory display of bathing by female, bird in front, inciting/inviting copulation to male or Sheldrake behind

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Common Shelduck Tadorna tadorna. Pre- copulatory display of bathing by female, bird in front, inciting/inviting copulation to male or Sheldrake behind.

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License: Licensed
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