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Great Bustard (Otis tarda) adult male, with wing tag, displaying beside decoy used to attract previous releases back to

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) adult male, with wing tag, displaying beside decoy used to attract previous releases back to


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Great Bustard (Otis tarda) adult male, with wing tag, displaying beside decoy used to attract previous releases back to

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) adult male, with wing tag, displaying beside decoy used to attract previous releases back to release site, released in reintroduction project, Wiltshire, England, March

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Media ID 10392862

© FLPA/Mike Lane

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Tag, You're It! A Hilarious Game of Winged Deception Unfolds in Wiltshire, England

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. In this uproarious snapshot captured by FLPA's talented photographer Mike Lane, we witness a comical encounter between a dashing Great Bustard and its winged decoy counterpart. The mischievous adult male bustard proudly displays his vibrant wing tag beside the strategically placed dummy used to entice previous releases back to their release site. As part of an ambitious reintroduction project in the picturesque English countryside, these magnificent birds are given a second chance at love and conservation. With their breeding behavior on full display during the enchanting spring season, it seems that even our feathered friends have fallen for some good old-fashioned courtship tricks! The clever use of decoys adds an element of surprise to this avian affair. These false tags and dummies not only create confusion but also spark curiosity among these majestic creatures. Who knew that even in the animal kingdom, fake wings could lead to real romance? FLPA Images brings us yet another captivating glimpse into nature's whimsical wonders with this delightful photograph. So next time you find yourself playing hide-and-seek with your friends or simply feeling mischievous, remember - sometimes all it takes is a little bit of fakery to attract attention and spice up life's adventures!

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