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Greater Prairie-chicken (Tympanuchus cupido) two adult males, fighting on lekking ground, Sandhills, Nebraska, U. S. A. april
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Greater Prairie-chicken (Tympanuchus cupido) two adult males, fighting on lekking ground, Sandhills, Nebraska, U. S. A. april
Greater Prairie-chicken (Tympanuchus cupido) two adult males, fighting on lekking ground, Sandhills, Nebraska, U.S.A. april
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Media ID 6550517
© FLPA/David Tipling
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Feathers Fly and Claws Clash - Battle Royale on the Sandhills!
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. In this epic showdown captured by photographer David Tipling, two alpha Greater Prairie-chickens engage in a feathery brawl that would make even the toughest MMA fighters envious. These magnificent adult males are not afraid to get down and dirty as they duke it out on their lekking ground in the beautiful Sandhills of Nebraska. With spring in full swing, these birds are ready to defend their territory and attract potential mates with their impressive displays of aggression. It's a wild spectacle of nature where only the strongest will prevail! As dust swirls around them, you can almost hear them squawk "This is my turf!". The intensity is palpable as each bird tries to outdo the other with fluffed-up plumage and fierce posturing. It's a clash of beaks, wings, and determination. The Great Prairie-chicken is no ordinary bird; it's an emblem of North American game birds known for its vibrant orange neck sacs and elaborate courtship rituals. And when push comes to shove (or peck), these warriors show us just how serious they are about defending their honor. So next time you witness a heated argument or rivalry among humans, remember this incredible image – because nothing quite compares to witnessing two Greater Prairie-chickens going head-to-head in an all-out battle royale!
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