Robert Wengritzky, Jacana in Flight (NATURE WILDERNESS 2024)

This image captures the Comb-crested Jacana taking flight, its long legs trailing behind it as it lifts off from the water's surface. Known for their ability to walk on lily pads, seeing this species in mid-flight offers a new perspective on their grace and agility. With its vibrant red crest and delicate wings, this moment freezes the fleeting beauty of the Jacana in motion

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