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Indian Flying Fox (Pteropus giganteus) adult, grooming wing, with colony roosting in tree, Sri Lanka, december
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Indian Flying Fox (Pteropus giganteus) adult, grooming wing, with colony roosting in tree, Sri Lanka, december
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Bats Branch Branches Clean Cleaning Cleans Colonies Colony Flying Fox Flying Foxes Frugivore Frugivores Fruit Bat Fruit Bats Groom Grooming Grooms Lick Licking Licks Roost Roosting Roosts South Asia Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Wing Wings Giant Fruit Bat
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Talk about a high-flying grooming session! This Indian Flying Fox knows how to keep its wings in tip-top shape. With the whole colony roosting in the background, this bat takes multitasking to new heights. Who said bats can't be clean freaks? Living life on an island has its perks, especially when you have branches galore to hang out on. This Sri Lankan beauty seems to be enjoying every moment as it meticulously grooms each delicate wing feather. Can you blame it for wanting to look fabulous while soaring through the tropical skies? In the world of flying foxes, cleanliness is next to godliness. And this adult bat takes that motto seriously as it licks and cleans every inch of its furry body with utmost precision. Talk about self-care goals! Surrounded by fellow frugivores, this giant fruit bat proves that good hygiene is essential even in a bustling animal community. As it perches gracefully on a branch, one can only imagine the conversations happening among these social creatures. So here's to all those who take pride in their appearance – whether they have wings or not! Let's learn from our furry friend and embrace our inner clean freaks because looking fly never goes out of style.
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