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Red-necked Nightjar (Caprimulgus ruficollis) adult, sitting on nest, panting in heat, Extremadura, Spain, may
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Red-necked Nightjar (Caprimulgus ruficollis) adult, sitting on nest, panting in heat, Extremadura, Spain, may
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© FLPA/John Hawkins
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Feeling the Heat - Red-necked Nightjar Takes a Breather in Spain's Scorching Summer!
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. In this snapshot, we witness the comical side of nature as a Red-necked Nightjar takes a break from its nesting duties to beat the heat. Perched on its carefully constructed nest in Extremadura, Spain, this adult bird finds itself panting like an exhausted marathon runner on a scorching summer day. With feathers ruffled and beak wide open, our feathered friend seems to be saying "Phew! It's hot out here!". As temperatures rise across Iberia, even these nocturnal creatures can't escape the sweltering Spanish sun. The vibrant red neck of this nightjar is not just for show; it serves as a visual reminder of their fiery determination to protect their young ones. Despite feeling the burn, they remain vigilant guardians of their precious eggs nestled safely beneath them. As we marvel at this incredible print by FLPA/John Hawkins, we can't help but imagine what thoughts might be running through our avian protagonist's mind. Perhaps it's dreaming about taking flight over cool African plains or fantasizing about diving into refreshing European rivers! So next time you find yourself complaining about the heatwave gripping your city, take inspiration from our panting pal and find creative ways to stay cool. After all, if this resilient Red-necked Nightjar can handle extreme temperatures while sitting dutifully on its nest – so can
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