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Close-up of a Grey Crowned Crane (*Balearica regulorum*), showcasing its distinctive golden, spiky Royalty Free Stock Photo

Close-up of a grey crowned crane (Balearica regulorum), showcasing its distinctive golden crest Royalty Free Stock Photo

Close-up of a grey crowned crane (Balearica regulorum), showcasing its striking crown of golden, Royalty Free Stock Photo

Close-up of the plumage of a Grey Crowned Crane (*Balearica regulorum*). The image displays a Royalty Free Stock Photo

Close-up of a Grey Crowned Crane (*Balearica regulorum*), showcasing its distinctive golden, spiky crown of feathers. The bird has a striking black head, white cheeks with a red patch, and a slender, curved black beak. Its neck is elegantly long and grey, adding to its regal appearance. The background is softly blurred, highlighting the crane's unique features. This species is native to eastern and southern Africa, often found in wetlands and grasslands.