The Nightjar Caprimulgus europaeus - male in flight

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Nature Photographers Ltd / Alamy Stock Photo

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DANK75

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26.2 MB (419.4 KB Compressed download)

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2795 x 3280 px | 23.7 x 27.8 cm | 9.3 x 10.9 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

18 June 2013

Photographer:

PAUL R. STERRY

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The Nightjar Caprimulgus europaeus - male in flight

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